Horchata Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

Sweet rice drink flavored with cinnamon.

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Ingredients

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1
Soak the Rice
In a large bowl, rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain the rice and then soak it in 2 cups of water for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
2
Blend the Mixture
After soaking, add the rice and its soaking water to a blender along with the remaining 2 cups of water and the cinnamon sticks. Blend until the rice is finely ground.
3
Strain the Mixture
Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large pitcher or bowl, discarding the solids.
4
Add Sweetness and Flavor
Stir in the sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the strained liquid until the sugar is dissolved.
5
Mix with Milk
Add the milk to the mixture and stir well. Adjust sweetness if desired.
6
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the horchata for at least 2 hours before serving. Serve chilled over ice and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.