Horchata Recipe

Time20m

Serves6

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Ingredients

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1
Soak the Rice
In a bowl, combine the long-grain white rice and the cinnamon stick with 2 cups of water. Let it soak for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
2
Blend the Mixture
After soaking, discard the cinnamon stick. Transfer the rice and water mixture into a blender and blend until smooth.
3
Strain the Mixture
Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large pitcher to remove the rice solids. Use the back of a spoon to press the liquid through.
4
Combine Ingredients
Add the remaining 2 cups of water, milk (or almond milk), vanilla extract, sugar, and a pinch of salt to the strained liquid. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
5
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the horchata for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve over ice, if desired, and garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.