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The Best Coquito Ever

The Best Coquito Ever: A Creamy Coconut Rum Recipe

The Best Coquito Ever is a creamy and festive coconut rum drink that's perfect for celebrations.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Calories: 572
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 15 ounce can cream of coconut like Coco Lopez or Goya
  • 1 12 ounce can evaporated milk
  • 1 13.5 ounce can coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla or 1 vanilla bean, split and seeded
  • 2 whole cinnamon sticks
  • 0.5 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • 1 to 2 cups rum adjust to taste
  • Grated nutmeg or ground cinnamon for garnish optional

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • Punch bowl or pitcher

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Place the sweetened condensed milk, cream of coconut, evaporated milk, coconut milk, vanilla, cinnamon sticks, and nutmeg in a large saucepan. Warm over medium-high heat until just starting to simmer.
  2. Remove from heat, cover, and let infuse for 30 minutes.
  3. Remove the cinnamon sticks and the vanilla bean (if using) and pour the mixture into a punch bowl or pitcher.
  4. Add 1 cup of rum and taste; add more rum for a stronger punch.
  5. Chill this in the fridge for at least 2 hours or for up to 3 days.
  6. Serve neat or over ice in small portions. Garnish with grated nutmeg or ground cinnamon as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 572kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 9gFat: 34g

Notes

The flavors improve with time, making this drink perfect for meal prepping. Customize with additional coconut flavors or different spirits to tailor to your taste.

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