Coquito | Christmas isn’t Christmas in Puerto Rico without a glass of cold coquito (co-kee-to). If you don’t know what’s coquito my heart hurts for you because it’s the best thing EVER! I like to call it eggnog’s better tasting sassy cousin. Even though it’s nothing like eggnog.
I make bottles of this every year and give away as gifts to friends and family. Bring a bottle of coquito to any holiday party and I am positive you will be invited back the next year.
Christmas means its time for coquito! Coquito is a rich creamy coconut and rum drink that is served in Puerto Rico for Christmas.
As I served the creamy concoction, Giovanna told us how coquito originated during prohibition in Puerto Rico. Puerto Ricans wanted no part of prohibition, but as a colony controlled by the US, they had no choice in the matter. So crafty islanders started mixing moonshine with coconut milk.
Does Coquito Have Eggs?
Like many traditional foods or drinks that coquito can trigger some passionate debate. The biggest debate regarding coquito is with or without egg yolk.
Everyone that is familiar with coquito stands firmly in one camp. I am firmly in the no egg yolk camp. My abuela and mother made it with no egg yolk so I make it with no egg yolk. I always say coquito isn’t eggnog it’s coquito.
How to Make Coquito
This is literally one of the easiest recipes ever. However, it did not use to be so easy. Before canned coconut milk or cream of coconut people would have to grate fresh coconut and squeeze the coconut milk into a large bowl. But today all you need is a can opener.
All that is is required is to combine all ingredients into a large bowl and whisk until well combined. Then chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Why Puerto Ricans drink Coquito during Christmas time
FAQ
Why is coquito important to Puerto Rico?
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Who invented coquito in Puerto Rico?
What is coquito in Puerto Rico?
What is Coquito? Coquito is a Puerto Rican eggnog-like drink prepared with coconut milk that is traditionally served on Nochebuena. There are many variations to this drink, but the base ingredients are always the same: coconut milk, coconut cream, sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and Caribbean Rum.
Can you drink Coquito in Puerto Rico?
Along with pitorro, coquito is one of the must-try drinks when traveling in Puerto Rico – here’s our all-you-need-to-know guide on that flavorful drink that you’re soon to be consuming. The main ingredients of coquito, regardless of the recipe, are coconut milk, coconut cream, Puerto Rican rum, and sweetened condensed milk.
How do you make a Coquito drink in Puerto Rico?
Coquito is a Puerto Rican eggnog like drink prepared with coconut milk that is traditionally served on Nochebuena (Christmas Eve). In a blender, combine condense milk, evaporated milk, coconut milk and coconut cream. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla. Finally, add the rum. Blend until all is well combined.
What is a Coquito cocktail in Puerto Rico?
Coquito is one of the most famous cocktails of Puerto Rico, the island of enchantment. It is prepared with coconut milk, rum, and sweetened condensed milk. Eggs and spices are also often added. What are the various names of coquito?