Horchata Recipe

Inspired by Taco Kat

Time3h

Serves4

Traditional Mexican drink made from rice, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon.

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Ingredients

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1
Soak the Rice
In a bowl, combine the long-grain white rice and 2 cups of water. Allow it to soak for at least 3 hours or overnight for best results.
2
Blend the Mixture
After soaking, drain the rice and place it in a blender. Add the cinnamon stick and the remaining 2 cups of water. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth.
3
Strain the Mixture
Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large pitcher, discarding the solid rice and cinnamon stick. This will create a smooth liquid base for your horchata.
4
Add Flavorings
To the strained liquid, add the sugar, vanilla extract, milk, and a pinch of salt. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
5
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the horchata for at least 1 hour to chill. Serve over ice if desired, and sprinkle with ground cinnamon on top before serving.