Best Coquito Recipe without Eggs

Coquito meaning "Little Coconut" in Spanish is a traditional Christmas drink that originated in Puerto Rico. The coconut-based alcoholic beverage is similar to eggnog and is sometimes referred to as Puerto Rican Eggnog

Is eggnog and coquito the same?

They may look the same, but Coquito and Eggnog are two different drinks. The American eggnog drink has raw eggs as its base, hence the name, and uses sugar to sweeten it up. Coquito, on the other hand, gets its sweetness from condensed milk and doesn't need eggs.

How long does Coquito last?

Because of the nature of the Coquito drink and the cream base, it will need to be kept refrigerated. The good news is that because this Coquito recipe does not use raw eggs and has rum in it, it will last in the fridge for 5-6 days.

Make it

Best Coquito Recipe without Eggs

Ingredients:

2 cans of Coconut Milk

2 cans of Cream of Coconut

2 cans of Evaporated Milk

2 cans of Sweetened Condensed Milk

1 bottle of Bacardi Rum 750ml

2 cups of Brandy

1 tbsp Cinnamon

1 tbsp pure Vanilla extract

1 tsp Nutmeg

1 tsp Ginger

Directions:

Combine all the ingredients in a blender or a large pot and blend.

Pour into glass bottles and keep refrigerated.

Give away to friends and family.

Happy Holidays!

Enjoy! Drink Responsibly!

Here are some commonly asked questions about Puerto Rican coquito:

How do you serve coquito? Coquito is typically served chilled, either over ice or straight from the refrigerator. It is often served in small glasses or cups and garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg on top.
Is coquito alcoholic? Yes, coquito typically contains rum, which is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented sugarcane. However, it is possible to make a non-alcoholic version of coquito by leaving out the rum and adding additional spices or flavors to compensate for the missing alcohol.
Can coquito be frozen? Yes, coquito can be frozen in an airtight container for up to three months. To serve, simply thaw the coquito in the refrigerator until it reaches the desired consistency, then serve chilled.