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Pistachio Coquito

Pistachio Coquito is the perfect holiday cocktail! A decadent, boozy Puerto Rican eggnog, full of creamy coconut, pistachio and rum that you will be enjoying for holidays to come!
Course cocktail
Cuisine puerto rican
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 4 cups
Calories 885kcal
Author Aubrey
Cost $18

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker, large bowl.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cup Light or dark rum
  • 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk Note: Reserve 1 tablespoons for optional shredded coconut rim.
  • 1 cup coconut milk (regular or reduced fat)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup pistachio ice cream
  • 2 teaspoon pistachio extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon clove 
  • 1 Optional Garnish: Shredded coconut or crusted pistachios

Instructions

  • In large bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix until thoroughly combined.
  • When ready to serve, place desired amount in cocktail shaker with ice.
  • Shake vigorously, pour into rocks or martini glass. Ice is optional.
  • Optional: For shredded coconut or pistachio rim: Dip glass rim in sweetened condensed milk and shredded coconut or crushed pistachios.
  • Optional: Garnish with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove or a cinnamon stick.

Notes

  • Additional Christmas Cocktail Garnish: Whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove or a cinnamon stick.
  • Lighter Modification: In place of heavy cream, you can lighten it up by using half and half, 2% milk, almond milk, soy milk, oat milk or your favorite alternative milk.

Nutrition

Calories: 885kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 245mg | Potassium: 590mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 66g | Vitamin A: 1354IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 447mg | Iron: 0.4mg