Creamy Coconut Coquitos Will Make You Forget All About Eggnog

Creamy Coconut Coquitos Will Make You Forget All About Eggnog

6 servings
This classic Puerto Rican Christmas cocktail is creamy, full of coconut flavor and warm spices, and the perfect drink to enjoy during the holidays.

Ingredients

  • cans sweetened condensed milk
    2
  • cans evaporated milk
    2
  • can cream of coconut
    1
  • vanilla bean

    halved and seeds scraped out

    1
  • ground cinnamon
    2 tsp.
  • cinnamon sticks

    plus more for serving

    2
  • freshly grated nutmeg
    ¼ tsp.
  • kosher salt
  • puerto rican rum
    1 ½ c.

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, cream of coconut, vanilla bean and scrapings, ground cinnamon, cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, and salt in a large pot. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Remove from heat and let steep at least 30 minutes and up to 2 days. (Chill if steeping for longer than 30 minutes.)

  2. 2

    Discard solids. Stir in rum. Serve over ice garnished with cinnamon sticks.

Creamy Coconut Coquitos Will Make You Forget All About Eggnog

Creamy Coconut Coquitos Will Make You Forget All About Eggnog

45 min6 servings

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About this Recipe

Ready to swap out the usual eggnog for a taste of tropical holiday cheer? This Creamy Coconut Coquito is a classic Puerto Rican Christmas cocktail that promises to be the star of your festive gatherings.

What makes this Coconut Coquito truly special is its perfect balance of rich, velvety texture and warm, inviting spices. Blending creamy coconut with a mix of milks and authentic Puerto Rican rum creates a harmonious symphony of flavors, making it an unforgettable holiday drink that stands apart from typical seasonal fare.

Prepare your palate for a luxurious and comforting experience. Each sip delivers a smooth, thick consistency, bursting with the sweet, tropical essence of coconut, beautifully complemented by notes of aromatic cinnamon and freshly grated nutmeg. It's a remarkably rich and decadent beverage that feels incredibly festive without being overly heavy, providing a delightful escape to a warmer climate during the colder months.

You'll find this Coquito utterly irresistible, a true celebration in a glass that tastes like pure holiday joy. It offers a unique twist on traditional Christmas drinks, bringing a vibrant, creamy, and spiced indulgence to your table.

While this Coquito recipe is perfect as is, you can easily adjust it to your taste. Feel free to lessen or increase the amount of Puerto Rican rum to suit your preference, or even omit it entirely for a delicious non-alcoholic treat. For an extra spice kick, you might add a tiny pinch more freshly grated nutmeg, or if you don't have a vanilla bean, a good quality vanilla extract can be used in its place.

Serve this delightful Creamy Coconut Coquito chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or a festive cinnamon stick. It’s the quintessential holiday drink, ideal for Christmas parties, family gatherings, or simply savoring a quiet evening by the fire.

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