Tropical Holiday Delight
For a festive holiday drink with a tropical twist, indulge in the delicious Puerto Rican Coquito. This coconut milk eggnog is a creamy and flavorful concoction that perfectly captures the spirit of the season. With a blend of coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, and a touch of rum, this delightful beverage is reminiscent of a tropical getaway in a glass. Best of all, it's a family-friendly recipe, making it an ideal choice for holiday gatherings and celebrations.
Tropical Holiday Delight
Indulge in the delicious Puerto Rican Coquito, a tropical twist on traditional eggnog with coconut milk and a hint of rum.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Ingredients
- 1 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1 oz cream of coconut
- 1 oz unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 oz evaporated milk
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 vanilla bean, split and scraped or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 small cinnamon sticks
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 1/2 oz rum
Instructions
- Combine sweetened condensed milk, cream of coconut, coconut milk, evaporated milk, a pinch of salt, and cinnamon sticks in a saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium-low heat until just starting to simmer, then remove from heat and let it steep for 30-45 minutes.
- Remove the cinnamon stick and vanilla bean, then stir in the rum to your preference.
- Pour the coquito into a pitcher, chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, and serve chilled neat or over ice.