Coquito Shelf Life in Fridge

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First, use a glass jar with an airtight lid. Plastic bottles can leach flavors over time and make your coquito taste like a Tupperware funeral. Second, keep it in the coldest part of your fridge—usually the back, not the door. The door warms up every time you open it, which is like inviting bacteria to a buffet.

Pro tip: Label your jar with the date you made it. I know, it feels nerdy, but future you will be grateful. I once had to sniff three identical jars to find the fresh one. (Spoiler: I guessed wrong. My morning coffee never recovered.)

Can you freeze coquito? (Yes, but with a twist)

Freezing is a life saver if you made a double batch and your guests bailed. Pour it into a freezer-safe jar, leaving an inch of headspace (coquito expands, and explosions are not festive). It’ll keep for three to six months in the freezer. Thaw it in the fridge overnight, then shake vigorously. The texture might be slightly thinner, but the flavor stays intact.

One warning: don’t freeze it if you used raw eggs. The freezing process can mess with the protein structure, turning your coquito into weird, watery slush. Stick to the fridge for egg-based recipes, unless you’re into risk-taking. (You do you, but don’t say I didn’t warn you.)

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