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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Milk and Sweetener
For Serving
Method
Preparation of Rice
- 1
Soak the Rice
In a large bowl, combine the long-grain white rice and 2 cups of water. Let it soak for at least 3 hours or overnight. This softens the rice, making it easier to blend.
- 2
Drain and Rinse
After soaking, drain the rice and rinse it under cold water to remove excess starch. This step ensures a smoother texture in the final drink.
Blending the Base
- 3
Blend the Rice
In a blender, combine the soaked rice, 2 cups of fresh water, and the cinnamon stick. Blend on high until the rice is finely ground, about 1-2 minutes.
- 4
Strain the Mixture
Use a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to strain the blended rice mixture into a large pitcher or bowl. Press down to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
Mixing the Beverage
- 5
- 6
Chill the Horchata
Refrigerate the horchata for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and to serve it chilled.
Serving the Horchata
- 7
Serve
Pour the horchata into glasses over ice, if desired. Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top for garnish.
