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Creamy horchata drink over ice with cinnamon sticks and cinnamon sugar rim

Horchata

A refreshing and creamy Mexican rice drink spiced with cinnamon and vanilla. Served in cinnamon-sugar rimmed glasses over ice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Soaking Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 glass
Course: Beverage, Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white rice Long grain, uncooked
  • 1 stick cinnamon Mexican Canela preferred
  • 4 cups water Warm, for soaking
  • 2 cups water Cold, for finishing
  • 1 can condensed milk Sweetened (14 oz)
  • 1 cup whole milk Or almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Pure
  • 2 tablespoon sugar For rimming
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon For rimming

Equipment

  • 1 Blender High speed
  • 1 Cheesecloth Or nut milk bag
  • 6 Round Glasses For serving

Method
 

  1. Combine rice, cinnamon stick, and 4 cups warm water. Soak for 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and chalky.
  3. Strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth; discard solids.
  4. Stir in cold water, condensed milk, whole milk, and vanilla extract.
  5. Mix sugar and cinnamon on a plate. Wet glass rims and dip in mixture. Serve over ice with cinnamon sticks.

Notes

Strain through a cheesecloth or nut milk bag to ensure a smooth, grit-free texture. Stir well before serving as separation is normal.