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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnishes
Method
Preparation of Rice
- 1
Rinse and Soak Rice
Rinse the long grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Place the rinsed rice in a bowl, cover it with 2 cups of water, and let it soak for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 2
Blend Rice
After soaking, drain the rice and add it to a blender with the remaining 2 cups of water. Blend on high speed until the rice is completely broken down, about 1-2 minutes.
Cooking
- 3
Strain Mixture
Pour the blended rice mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large pitcher or bowl to separate the liquid from the rice solids. Press or squeeze the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
- 4
- 5
Mix in Milk
Stir in the milk to the mixture and combine thoroughly. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
Serving
- 6
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the horchata for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve chilled over ice cubes, if desired, and sprinkle with ground cinnamon for garnish.
