Puerto Rican Coquito by the Pitcher

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 3

Puerto Rican Coquito by the Pitcher, perfect for holiday gatherings

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

2.5 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

450

Sugar

36g

Fat

28g

Puerto Rican Coquito is a traditional holiday cocktail that is typically served during Christmas and New Year's Eve celebrations. The drink is similar to eggnog, but instead of using eggs and milk, the coquito uses coconut milk, cream of coconut, and evaporated milk, along with rum and other flavorings like cinnamon. The coquito is often served with dessert or as a sweet treat after a meal.

Instructions

1.	Crack open the coconut and drain the water into a large pitcher. Reserve the flesh for later.
2.	Add the rum, coconut milk, cream of coconut, evaporated milk, and cinnamon sticks to the pitcher.
3.	Blend the coconut flesh in a blender with 1 cup of water until smooth. Strain the coconut cream into the pitcher and discard any remaining solids.
4.	Add the sweetened condensed milk and stir well to combine.
5.	Chill the coquito in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until ready to serve.
6.	To serve, pour the coquito over ice and garnish with cinnamon sticks, if desired.

PROS

This creamy and sweet coconut-based cocktail is perfect for holiday gatherings or as a dessert drink.

The recipe makes a large pitcher, allowing for easy serving to a group.

CONS

The coquito is high in calories, fat, and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

Some people may not enjoy the strong coconut flavor and rum taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the coquito is not particularly healthy, the coconut milk used in the recipe contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which have been linked to weight loss and immune system support.
The cinnamon used in the recipe has anti-inflammatory properties and may help regulate blood sugar levels.

	1 coconut
	0.75 bottle rum , light or dark
	1 can coconut milk , preferably Coco Lopez
	1 can cream of coconut , preferably Coco Lopez
	2.5 cans evaporated milk
	2 large cinnamon sticks
	1 can sweetened condensed milk
	ice cube , for serving