Learn how to make the perfect coquito, a delicious Puerto Rican holiday drink made with coconut, rum, and spices. This easy recipe will be a hit at any party!
Prep time: PT5M
Cook time: PT10M
Total time: PT15M
Rating
4.63 stars (191 reviews)
Keywords
Coquito, How to make coquito, Puerto Rican Coquito
Ingredients
14 oz (1 can) sweet condensed milk
12 oz (1 can) evaporated milk
13.5 oz (1 can), unsweetened, coconut milk
15 oz (1 can) cream of coconut
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups light rum
Categories
Cocktail
Drinks
Cuisine
Latino
Puerto Rican
Steps
In a blender, combine condense milk, evaporated milk, coconut milk and coconut cream.
Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.
Finally, add the rum. Blend until all is well combined.
Pour into glass bottles, seal tightly, and refrigerate.
Serve cold in small drink glasses and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg. Shake well before serving.
Nutitrion
Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 288 kcal
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Protein: 3 g
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Cholesterol: 12 mg
Sodium: 57 mg
Sugar: 27 g
Reviews
Ana on 2025-12-20 (5 stars): This is the real deal! Just like PR!
Annie on 2021-12-19 (5 stars): I have made Coquito before, but you recipe is easy and makes just enough to Enjoy! It was very tasty I addd fresh nutmeg since I had it on hand. Will share with my Family on Christmas Eve.
Karen E. Guzman on 2021-11-25 (5 stars): I made this just now. I added a little more vanilla, nutmeg, and cinammon for my taste. This is delicious! Even with no egg. Thank you for this wonderful recipe that was so easy! Hat off from one Latina to the next!! 💃🏻
Abrouss on 2021-11-15 (5 stars): I get that this is traditionally served cold, but it sounds like it would be delicious served warm or even hot! I can't to try this.
Maria d Torres on 2021-11-01 (5 stars): Thanks you
Dora L Stone on 2018-09-03 (5 stars): I've heard about coquito, but I've never tried it. I'll have to make this for Noche Buena
Silvia Martinez on 2018-08-23 (5 stars): I love coquito! Getting all the ingredients to make it soon!
Ale on 2018-08-22 (5 stars): OMG!!!!! This recipe looks amazing! I will have to try it soon. I have never tried a coquito.
Stephanie Payamps on 2014-12-12 (5 stars): Great recipe! Can't wait to try it
