Best Coquito Recipe (Puerto Rican Coconut Eggnog)

Puerto Rican eggnog is delectable and makes the perfect holiday party drink! Mix up a pitcher of this coquito recipe in five minutes. This is one of the best things to make for a family gathering! It’s the perfect traditional Christmas drink made with simple ingredients.  

Nothing says “Happy Holidays” like a cold glass of wonderfully sweet and creamy coquito! 

The mixture of sweet vanilla and coconut paired with the spiciness of cinnamon and a kick of coconut rum will put you in the Christmas spirit in no time.

Give yourself one hour before the party to make it and let it set, or make it during cocktail hour and have it ready to go as an after dinner beverage.

For some more merry mixtures, check out my candy cane shooters or sugar cookie martinis that put a grown up twist on childhood favorites. 

These cocktails will knock the “Bah-humbug” right out of anyone!

Or, whip up some festive treats everyone – young and old – can enjoy! Hot cocoa fudge and chocolate mint Oreo bark are always fan favorites.

Now is the perfect time to make this easy recipe! Adding a little coconut flavor to this Puerto Rican Version of eggnog is the best way add fun flavor to this sweet drink! 

Ingredients needed to make this classic Puerto Rican Drink

• Evaporated milk 
• Cream of coconut
• Coconut milk
• Sweetened condensed milk
• Coconut rum
• Vanilla extract
• Cinnamon sticks
• Whole cloves
• Ground nutmeg

How To Make Puerto Rican Eggnog

First, place all your liquid ingredients into a blender. Blend on high until well combined, about four minutes.

Pour the mixture into a glass pitcher. Then, add the cinnamon sticks and cloves.

Allow your pitcher to chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.

Serve in a shot glass, or over ice in a larger glass and garnish with a sprinkle of nutmeg. Cheers!

Substitutions 

Change the type of rum – You can use light rum or dark rum for this drink, or plain white rum as well. 

You can also change the amount of alcohol content while not hurting the flavor at all. Choose the best rum that you like. 

Use fresh coconut milk – Talk about a game changer in terms of coconut flavor! 

This paired with the rest of the ingredients makes a flavorful coquito drink recipe for everyone to love. Using fresh coconut adds a ton of coconut flavor. 

Tips and Tricks

• Stick to sticks. Always use cinnamon sticks for this recipe! Powdered and ground cinnamon will affect the final, velvety texture of the drink.
  
• Keep it cool. Puerto Rican eggnog is typically served in a small shot glass, but sometimes that’s not enough to satisfy your craving! 
  
  If you serve this up in a larger glass, make sure to pour it over a couple of ice cubes so that it stays nice and cold. Puerto Rican coquito is supposed to be served cold! 
  
• Serving a crowd? If your holiday gatherings yield a ton of people, this recipe can always be doubled or tripled depending on how much you need. 
  
  However, it may need to be prepared and stored in batches. For the first time, make a smaller batch to test it out. 
  
•  Make-ahead tip: This recipe will last for four to six months as long as it is stored in an airtight container in the fridge! 
  
  Just be sure to give it a good shake before serving. 
  
• Shake before serving. If your mixture has been sitting in the fridge for a couple of hours, natural separation may occur. 
  
  But don’t fret! Just give the pitcher a quick shake to get everything combined and ready for serving. 

What You’ll Need For This Coquito Recipe

• High-Speed Blender – Makes combining ingredients so simple! A high power blender is a must in every kitchen. 
• Large Pitcher – This 80-ounce pitcher is simple enough for everyday use and makes your drinks the star of the show.
• Can Opener – It seems like a no-brainer, but a good can opener can save your hands and a lot of frustration as well! 

FAQ – Common Recipe Questions

Enjoy!

With love, from our simple kitchen to yours.

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Originally published November 2021, updated and republished November 2024

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