How to prepare coquito, the popular Puerto Rican Christmas drink

Nothing like a coconut-flavored, eggnog-like drink from Puerto Rico to spicy things up during the holidays.

Coquito is the one drink that has transcended mainstream popularity as a Christmas drink of choice for Puerto Ricans.

HERE ARE INGREDIENTS YOU NEED TO MAKE A COQUITO:

• 1 can Condensed milk
• 1 can Evaporated or coconut milk
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 1 cup of Coconut cream (some argue over brand preference)
• 1 cup of White rum (optional for virgin drink option)

HOW TO PREPARE COQUITO

• In a blender, add the evaporated milk, coconut cream, condensed milk, rum, vanilla extract and cinnamon.
• Blend on high speed for about 2 minutes until all the ingredients are blent together.
• Transfer the mixture to a glass bottle and chill in the refrigerator until quite cold.
• Garnished the drink with ground cinnamon or a cinnamon stick when served.

Although it began as a traditional Christmas Eve drink, in places like New York City it can also be commonly found during Thanksgiving and New Year's Day.