Many holiday culinary traditions from around the world may feel familiar while being new to us. I used to love eggnog—that is until I discovered coquito. Coquito is Spanish for little coconut, which makes sense since the base is coconut milk based rather than dairy.
It may contain eggs. Mexican variants do; Puerto Rican coquito often does not. Simple to make, and adding rum makes dealing with extended family more palatable.
Coquito
This recipe appeared in our Winter 2024 issue.
Coquito
Many holiday culinary traditions from around the world may feel familiar while being new to us. I used to love eggnog—that is until I discovered coquito. Coquito is Spanish for little coconut, which makes sense since the base is coconut milk based rather than dairy.
It may contain eggs. Mexican variants do; Puerto Rican coquito often does not. Simple to make, and adding rum makes dealing with extended family more palatable.
Ingredients
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a blender
Chill for 1 hour, then serve.
Note
Optional: Add 2 eggs for a richer drink.