Coquito
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Chill Time
3 hrs
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Total Time
3 hrs 5 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
441 kcal
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Cuisine
Puerto Rican
Coquito
Description
Coquito blends four types of coconut and milk products with white rum and aromatics to create a rich and smooth traditional Puerto Rican drink. The combination of coconut milk, coconut cream, sweetened condensed milk, and evaporated milk produces a thick and creamy base. The addition of vanilla and ground cinnamon adds depth and a subtle warmth to the flavor.
The mixture is combined in a blender until smooth, then chilled in the refrigerator to meld the flavors and thicken before serving. When poured cold into glasses, a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg and a cinnamon stick garnish add aroma and visual appeal. The presence of rum brings a subtle alcoholic kick balanced by the creamy sweetness.
Coquito is commonly served during festive gatherings and is stored refrigerated in sealed containers for up to four days. Stirring before serving ensures any separation is reincorporated for a consistent texture and taste.
Ingredients
- 14 ounces coconut milk (400ml)
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (400ml)
- 14 ounces evaporated milk (400ml)
- 14 ounces coconut cream (400ml)
- ½ cup white rum ideally Puerto Rican rum such as Don Q, but Bacardi works well, Puerto Rican
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
To serve
- ground cinnamon
- cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Add the rum, coconut milk, condensed milk, evaporated milk, coconut cream vanilla, and cinnamon to a blender and whiz to combine.
- Pour into bottles and chill for at least 3 hours in the refrigerator.
- To serve, give it a stir, then serve cold in glasses and sprinkle with a little cinnamon (or nutmeg) and serve with a cinnamon stick.
- Coquito will keep in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Chill the drink for at least 3 hours to fully develop the flavors and thickness.
- Authentic coquito uses Puerto Rican rum such as Don Q, but other white rums like Bacardi also work well.
- Stir the mixture before serving to recombine any ingredients that may separate during storage.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 441 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 441kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 21g | 105% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 118mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 497mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 33g | 66% |
| Vitamin A | 251IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 298mg | 30% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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