Horchata Recipe

Method

1. 1

   Place the rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse until the water runs clear.

2. 2

   Place the rice in a bowl with water and cover. Make sure the amount of water is just enough to

3. 3

   cover the rice. Let it soak overnight. (You will notice the rice is lighter and has absorbed most of the water.)

4. 4

   Combine the rice, almonds, cinnamon, vanilla, and milk in a blender until it is completely smooth and you don't have any more rice grains.

5. 5

   Strain the liquid into a pitcher and add the additional sugar if you would like it to be sweeter.

6. 6

   Add the rest of the water into the pitcher and mix well.

7. 7

   Serve with ice and enjoy!

8. 8

   You can garnish with extra cinnamon, anise or coconut.