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    Coquito - Puerto Rican Coconut Egg-Free Nog

    Published: November 28, 2018 • Modified: February 22, 2022 • by Author: Analida • Word count:986 words. • About 5 minutes to read this article.

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    Puerto Rican style "egg-free" egg nogg with coconut milk and rum. | ethnicspoon.com

    Coquito is a creamy coconut milk beverage native to Puerto Rico. Literally translated it means "little coconut," however there is nothing little about this drink. Its taste is rich, creamy and accented with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon.

     

    two glasses of coquito topped with cinnamon on a napkin with cinnamon sticks on the left and a pitcher behind

    Jump to:
    • Does coquito have eggs?
    • Coquito history
    • Step by step photos
    • Frequently Asked Questions:
    • Coquito - Puerto Rican Coconut Egg-Free Nog Recipe Card

    Coquito is traditionally served at Christmas time. In my opinion, it should be enjoyed year round. Variations abound and every family boasts to have the BEST recipe.

    Although I am not Puerto Rican, through trial and error I  have come up with my own coquito concoction which, if I may say so myself, is not so bad. This is like drinking your dessert!!!

    Does coquito have eggs?

    What makes coquito so rich and creamy is the mixture of sweetened condensed milk and coconut milk. No eggs! How can anything with sweetened condensed milk not be good?

    One very important note: coquito tastes much better cold, so make sure you allow plenty of time between preparation and serving. I normally like to allow 4-6 hours. Make sure you stir it before you serve  it. Don't leave it in the fridge longer than 2 days. Enjoy it fresh if possible. 

    a closeup of coquito with cinnamon with cinnamon sticks and pitchers in the back

    Coquito history

    Coquito is a very close cousin of eggnog, enjoyed by many throughout the English speaking world. Eggnog comes to us from England where it was enjoyed in the manorial estates which had plenty of eggs and milk, the main ingredients in this delicious libation.

    Similar beverages date back to the Middle Ages. In those times, a beverage called "posset" was also popular in country manors. Posset's main ingredients were also eggs and milk accented with spices and "spiked" with whatever alcohol was on hand ( most likely a brandy of sorts.)

    When the settlers came to America, they brought along eggnog, of course. Along the way, rum made its way into the drink due to the abundance of sugarcane, the raw material for rum.

    Coquito is easy to make since all you need to do is put all the ingredients together and blend! For the vanilla make sure you use pure vanilla extract, it does make a difference.

    Step by step photos

    1. Be sure you have a 6 cup blender.  This recipe will make a 6 cup batch but here are some key items since all the ingredients add up to 57 ounces but the blender holds 48.  You won't get every drop out of the cans of sweetened condensed milk or coconut milk. Don't worry about scraping every last drop from the can.
    2. Get your ingredients together: vanilla, sweetened condensed milk, water, rum and coconut milk.
    3. Add all the ingredients but add the coconut milk last just up to the 6 cup line.  ( You can go a little over.)
    4. Step 4: Pop on the lid and hold it down with your hand and gently blend it.  Chill it in the refrigerator and give it a stir before serving.  Enjoy!

    Collage of photos with a blender and ingredients with steps to make coquito.

    Frequently Asked Questions:

    • How long can I store coquito? You can store coquito in an air tight container or bottles in the refrigerator for 4-6 months. The coconut fat will separate slightly or form on the top so shake the container before serving.
    • Can I store coquito in my liquor cabinet? No, this contains milk products and needs to be refrigerated.
    • Can I use the coconut milk that you buy in a carton that is sold in the milk cooler?  No,  this recipe uses the canned coconut milk.  The main difference between the canned coconut milk and the type sold in the carton is it has been diluted with much more water.  Coquito has a rich, thick creamy texture that the coconut milk imparts.

    Here are a couple more of my favorite Latin cocktails you have to try for your next happy hour.
    Grapefruit rosemary mojito is a fusion drink with such a nice herbal note of flavors you will love it!
    The coconut mojito is a tasty tropical twist on classic mojito but you put da lime in da coconut and drink it all up!
    You have to try the blue margarita that is so easy to make and reminds me of the blue waters of the Caribbean.

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    Puerto Rican Coquito: A Latin American style egg nog | ethnicspoon.com
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    Coquito - Puerto Rican Coconut Egg-Free Nog Recipe Card

    Here is an authentic recipe for Puerto Rican coquito.  This recipe has no eggs and is uses coconut milk.  This is very popular during the holidays and sometime it is called egg-free eggnog.  

    Course Drink
    Cuisine Puerto Rican
    Keyword Christmas, cocktail, coconut milk, creamy, egg free, egg nog, rich, rum
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes
    Servings: Change to adjust-> 6
    Calories 604 kcal
    Author Analida Braeger

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup water
    • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
    • 1 ½ cups Bacardi rum
    • 27 oz Coconut milk (2 13.5 oz cans)
    • 1 pinch pinch of salt
    • 1 tsp vanilla
    • ¼ tsp cinnamon for sprinkling

    Instructions

    1. Place the water, sweetened condensed milk, rum, vanilla in the blender. Add the coconut milk last just up to the 6 cup line.  Hold the lid tightly and gently blend. Chill in the fridge for up to 6 hours before serving. Stir again before serving. 

    2. Pour into small 6 oz. glasses and sprinkle with a little cinnamon. Enjoy!

    Recipe Notes

    Frequently Asked Questions:

    • How long can I store coquito? You can store coquito in an air tight container or bottles in the refrigerator for 4-6 months. The coconut fat will separate slightly or form on the top so shake the container before serving.
    • Can I store coquito in my liquor cabinet? No, this contains milk products and needs to be refrigerated.
    • Can I use the coconut milk that you buy in a carton sold in the milk cooler?  No,  this recipe uses the canned coconut milk.  The main difference between the canned coconut milk and the type sold in the carton is it has been diluted with much more water.  Coquito has a rich, thick creamy texture that the coconut milk imparts.
    Nutrition Facts
    Coquito - Puerto Rican Coconut Egg-Free Nog Recipe Card
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 604 Calories from Fat 288
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 32g49%
    Saturated Fat 27g169%
    Cholesterol 22mg7%
    Sodium 108mg5%
    Potassium 526mg15%
    Carbohydrates 39g13%
    Sugar 36g40%
    Protein 7g14%
    Vitamin A 175IU4%
    Vitamin C 3mg4%
    Calcium 211mg21%
    Iron 4.3mg24%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    Comments

    1. Analida

      August 15, 2014 at 3:51 pm

      Thank You. I hope you enjoy making coquito!!! It is delicious.

      Reply
      • Julie

        August 05, 2017 at 8:46 pm

        5 stars
        OK, so no access to coconut milk here in The Sticks. SO this is what I did:
        I ordered coconut liquid flavouring to add to the milk or water. It took a month to arrive (coming from China)
        I used water instead of coconut milk.
        I tasted it and it tasted SUPERB. I don't want to change a thing as it tastes GREAT.
        After a couple of sips, I realized I forgot to add the coconut flavouring.
        Oh well. I don't want to ruin it. So A+ without the coconut.

        Reply
    2. Laura @MotherWouldKnow

      October 19, 2015 at 9:37 am

      I'm not a huge fan of eggnog, but this sounds just wonderful. The thought of drinking this cold drink in the chilly fall or winter does't appeal as much as a trip to Puerto Rico to try it there:)

      Reply
      • Analida

        October 19, 2015 at 7:49 pm

        Yes, definitely a trip to Puerto Rico would be awesome!!
        Thanks for commenting.

        Reply
    3. Kim~madeinaday

      November 09, 2015 at 7:55 pm

      4 stars
      I am not a fan of eggnog but this sounds great! Thanks for linking up to Merry Monday! Sharing on Twitter! Have a great week!
      Kim

      Reply
      • Analida

        November 10, 2015 at 3:29 pm

        Thanks Kim. Have a great week too!!

        Reply
    4. Manila Spoon

      December 10, 2015 at 9:10 pm

      5 stars
      I am not much for anything with alcohol but I must say this sounds delicious!

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 11, 2015 at 2:46 pm

        You don't have to use alcohol! And yes, it is delicious.

        Reply
    5. Germaine Dolmage

      December 16, 2015 at 11:14 pm

      Do you know where I may purchase some coquito?
      I lived many years of my life in Puerto Rico and I really enjoyed the island and its culture. This is a good beverage.

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 17, 2015 at 4:36 pm

        Germaine, how interesting to have lived in Puerto Rico; my best friend is Puerto Rican.
        I honestly don't know where you can purchase it.
        I would try googling it. Sorry I don't have an answer for you.

        Reply
    6. Raquel Pérez

      October 29, 2016 at 3:30 pm

      How long can it last in the refrigerator after being made?

      Reply
      • Analida

        October 29, 2016 at 6:02 pm

        Hi Raquel! I think about two days maximum. Thanks for asking.

        Reply
        • Wajana

          December 31, 2017 at 9:35 am

          I've kept my coquito year after year for about a month in the refrigerator

          Reply
          • Analida

            December 31, 2017 at 10:07 am

            Oh Wow! I wish I could say that I kept mine for a month LOL! It usually don't get leftovers. Maybe I just need to make more. 🙂

            Reply
    7. Tiffany Diane

      December 06, 2016 at 12:16 am

      5 stars
      Can i add sugar to it?

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 06, 2016 at 3:49 pm

        Tiffany, I think you can, but I suggest trying it out first.

        Reply
    8. Tiffany Diane

      December 16, 2016 at 11:41 am

      5 stars
      Thank you! They the recipe came out great! Very sweet and no need for sugar.

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 18, 2016 at 7:37 pm

        Tiffany, so glad it turned out good for you! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Nina

      January 05, 2017 at 8:15 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks so much for posting this recipe -- it's delicious! Perfect texture, and an addictive flavor (both with and without rum). It really is like drinking dessert . 🙂

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 06, 2017 at 2:20 pm

        Yes, it is addicting, and like you said: "drinking dessert." 🙂
        I am glad you like it.

        Reply
    10. Iselsharisse

      October 06, 2017 at 9:46 pm

      Thanks for the recipe. Does anyone have a recipe for how your grandmother, or great grand mother made coquito? I'm looking for a no cans version of the drink. Kinda like when someone makes pastellas they old fashioned way, maybe more authentic way.

      Reply
      • Analida

        October 08, 2017 at 3:00 pm

        Let me check with my Puerto Rican friend. You might have to use fresh coconuts. Making something the old fashioned way can be so much fun. 🙂

        Reply
      • Nancy

        November 23, 2018 at 5:23 pm

        My friend Rosa made Coquito with the fresh coconut and it was delicious, of course, you cooked in the stove and we put it outside to cool it, so we can drink it! The neighbors were trying to figure out what we were doing in a snowy day outside with a big pit. It was out of this world, I wish I had save the info😋

        Reply
        • Analida

          November 24, 2018 at 2:44 pm

          That sounds luscious! This recipe is easy and quick with no cooking required. Cheers!

          Reply
    11. Jillian

      November 09, 2017 at 10:10 pm

      How many servings does it make?

      Reply
      • Analida

        November 10, 2017 at 2:10 pm

        Jillian, you should be able to get about 8 7 oz servings.

        Reply
    12. A

      December 07, 2017 at 8:26 pm

      The Rum will keep it fresh for months so make a lot and bottle it. I dont use eggs in my recipe. IF you add eggs then it may not keep as well. I bottle it and give it to all my friends that love it. My Puerto Rican friend got me hooked on it years ago.

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 09, 2017 at 7:37 am

        A. I will have to make a lot. Normally I just make a small batch to consume at home.

        Reply
    13. Mary Jarvis

      December 15, 2017 at 2:23 pm

      How necessary is the water?

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 15, 2017 at 4:08 pm

        Mary, thanks for asking!
        I only used the water to lessen the thickness of the drink a bit. If you prefer, you don't have to use it. Perhaps just add more coconut milk, or Bacardi in its place.

        Reply
    14. Heather

      December 30, 2017 at 11:02 am

      If I use coconut rum should I still use coconut milk? Wondering if that may make it too sweet?

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 30, 2017 at 1:55 pm

        Heather, I have never used coconut rum. However, I do think it would make it too sweet. I probably would stick to the traditional recipe.

        Reply
    15. Catherine

      November 29, 2018 at 8:00 am

      5 stars
      Really great egg free nog recipe Analida and all your recipes are great. I like your website a lot! Have a great Christmas 🎅🏼

      Reply
      • Analida

        November 29, 2018 at 8:56 pm

        Thanks Catherine! Merry Christmas to you and your family!

        Reply
    16. Elaine Benoit

      December 04, 2018 at 8:32 am

      5 stars
      How fun! I've never heard of coquito! I love eggnog so I bet I'm going to love this. Your photos are beautiful and this looks so delicious!

      Reply
    17. Pam Greer

      December 04, 2018 at 4:37 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness, this sounds delicious! I don't really like eggnog that much, but I bet I would love this! Definitely trying it this weekend!

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 04, 2018 at 8:50 pm

        Make a blender batch and share with friends! Cheers!

        Reply
    18. Aleta

      December 04, 2018 at 11:24 pm

      5 stars
      Oh yes, this recipe has definitely been saved for my holiday festivities this year! Your instructions were great, easy to follow. Thanks for sharing 🙂

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 05, 2018 at 8:42 am

        Thanks so much! Let me know how you like it.

        Reply
    19. Veena Azmanov

      December 06, 2018 at 4:15 pm

      5 stars
      I love coquito and have not made one in ages. I do make eggnog every Christmas so this egg-free nog sounds perfect. Saving for later

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 10, 2018 at 8:55 pm

        I hope you enjoy it! Bring some tropical flavors to the party!

        Reply
    20. Veronika's Kitchen

      December 08, 2018 at 5:04 pm

      5 stars
      Love your recipe idea! I don't really like eggnog, but yours sounds so yummy! Saving it)))

      Reply
    21. Andrea

      December 09, 2018 at 3:19 am

      I love eggnog, I never actually tried an egg free version but this looks and sounds delicious!

      Reply
    22. Anne Lawton

      December 09, 2018 at 2:57 pm

      5 stars
      This looks like the perfect beverage to sip on during the holiday season. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    23. Anne Murphy

      December 09, 2018 at 4:09 pm

      5 stars
      What a wonderful creamy drink! LOL The whole coconut rum thing going - beautifully tropical!

      Reply
    24. Tammy

      December 10, 2018 at 12:11 am

      5 stars
      I've never had this before but it sounds amazing!! Definitely, a drink to try this season!

      Reply
    25. Jagruti Dhanecha

      December 10, 2018 at 3:45 am

      5 stars
      OH MY GOODNESS! I really want to have this coquito, sounds so delicious, Can I omit rum totally? or any alternative which is alcohol-free?

      Reply
    26. Jyothi (Jo)

      December 10, 2018 at 5:10 am

      5 stars
      No egg eggnog!? Wow that's brilliant. I have never tried it before but it sounds amazing. Absolute treat for vegans.

      Reply
    27. Natalie

      December 10, 2018 at 9:44 am

      5 stars
      Eggnog is like ultimate Holiday drink. I love it because it always gets me into the cheerful Holiday mood. I need to give your recipe a try. Sounds really delicious.

      Reply
    28. Kim

      December 25, 2018 at 10:42 pm

      5 stars
      Turned out great the first time. So yummy! I didn't use as much Rum as the recipe called for but still turned out great.

      Reply
    29. Kim Scott

      January 07, 2019 at 5:27 pm

      Looking to make this. Doesn't a traditional coquito have nutmeg in it?

      Reply
      • Analida

        January 07, 2019 at 8:23 pm

        It is typically just cinnamon. If you like nutmeg then sprinkle some on top. Enjoy!

        Reply
    30. Lee

      December 12, 2019 at 9:52 pm

      This looks like an amazing recipe! For the coconut milk, donyou recommend using the cartons of coconut milk like Silk or So Delicious? Or should I use the cans of coconut milk that is used for cooking things like curry and Thai food??

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 13, 2019 at 7:26 am

        Hi Lee, That is a great question! You definitely want to use the coconut milk on the can and not the carton for the right flavor and consistency.

        Reply
    31. Genisi Manzanarez

      December 21, 2019 at 1:38 pm

      I love this recipe. I felt super weird about have raw eggs in the drink so I found this through google. I’m pretty happy with my results following this exact recipe. I super love that I could adjust the servings through this website. I’m so excited to gift coquito to my employers instead of getting them a costly gift. This is hopefully gonna be a hit. I love coquito!! Thank you so much for having it available here 😊

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 22, 2019 at 5:40 pm

        Thank you so much! My husband had a co-worker who used to borrow his wine bottle corker at Christmas to bottle up his coquito gifts! Cheers!

        Reply
    32. Sandra

      December 22, 2020 at 2:01 pm

      5 stars
      Made a few batches yesterday and it's sooo delicious and simple! I like the fact you didn't use evaporated milk, just kept it simple and easy. I only used 1 cup white rum and it was still delicious without being overpowering. This recipe easily makes a maximum of 3 - 16 oz. bottles worth. I did add a cinnamon stick to each bottle and added a Tb of Maple Syrup to the blender just because Lol. The consistency was on point, thick enough to be a nog and thin enough to pour and enjoy. All my friends & family I've gifted them to love it! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Analida

        December 22, 2020 at 2:08 pm

        Thank you so much Sandra! I love the cinnamon stick and maple syrup idea!

        Reply

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