Coquito - Magaly's version
In Puerto Rico, the holidays don't officially begin until someone opens a chilled bottle of coquito. For me, that first sip brings back memories of laughter, family, and the sweet aroma of coconut and cinnamon filling our kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 can of coconut condensed milk
- 1 quart of coconut milk
- 1/2 cup of cream of coconut
- 1 cup of rum (or a little more if you want to feel it)
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla (optional)
- 1/2 tablespoon of cinnamon
- A tiny pinch of nutmeg
- Few anise seeds
- A pinch of ginger
- A pinch of allspice
Directions
- Mix all ingredients in a blender.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Shake well before serving.
- Serve cold in a small glass. Garnish with cinnamon powder or stick. Salud!
Holidays are not complete without a glass of cold coquito (co-kee-to). November 1st marks the day when I start sizzling with the idea of making coquito, so everybody who has a taste of this delightful drink. Coquito will never taste as good.
Coquito, which means "little coconut," has been a Puerto Rican holiday tradition for generations. I often compared to eggnog, it's a creamier, coconut-based drink that reflects the island's warmth and festive spirit. Every year, I make bottles and give to friends and family.
Try other recipes, like the Top 10 Traditional Puerto Rican Recipes
My Favorite Recipe Book
Find recipes like this and more in the recipe book Puerto Rican Cookery by Carmen Aboy Valldejuli. My mother gave me this recipe book on my 18th birthday and it has been my staple recipe book ever since.
