What Is Coquito?
Coquito (which means “little coconut” in Spanish) is a traditional holiday drink that originated in Puerto Rico. There are various recipes out there, but the main coquito ingredients will always include coconut milk, coconut cream, rum, and sweetened condensed milk. It can be flavored with different ingredients such as chocolate or fruit, but it’s most commonly infused with cinnamon. The flavor is sort of a cross between boozy eggnog and horchata.
Coquito Vs. Eggnog
Coquito is often called Puerto Rican Eggnog, as they’re both creamy, spiked, and served during the holidays. The main difference between the two is that coquito is coconut milk-based and eggnog is made with a base of milk and (traditionally) real eggs.
How to Make Coquito
If you’ve never made a coquito drink before, we have a delicious coquito recipe to get you started. Use the measurements there and follow these steps for how to make coquito: Test Kitchen Tip: Turn our recipe into a virgin coquito recipe everyone can enjoy by simply omitting the rum.
Best Rum for Coquito
Traditional versions of the coquito drink are made with Puerto Rican rums such as Don Q ($17, ReserveBar). Our recipe calls for dark rum, but feel free to use whatever rum (i.e. white, dark, spiced) you’ve got on hand.
How to Make Vegan Coquito
How Long Does Coquito Last?
You can store coquito in a covered pitcher in the fridge for up to 1 week. Some separation may occur as it sits, so give it a good whisk before pouring yourself another glass. Explore even more global flavors at home by enjoying your coquito with some traditional holiday desserts from around the world. Need more drink inspiration for your next gathering? Try one of our other favorite pitcher cocktails.
