How to Make the PERFECT HORCHATA, so refreshing so delicious!

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Long Grain Rice (Rinse until water runs clear; soak with cinnamon)
• 1 stick Cinnamon Stick (Broken in half for flavor)
• 4 cups Water (Boiling hot water for soaking rice)
• 2 Tbsp Granulated Sugar (Add to taste; can increase if desired)
• 1 can (12 oz) Evaporated Milk (Full‑fat for richness)
• 1 can (14 oz) Sweetened Condensed Milk (Provides sweetness and body)
• 1 Tbsp Vanilla Extract (Pure vanilla preferred)
• 2 cups Water (Cold water for final mixture)
• 1 cup Ice Cubes (Add to serve chilled)

Instructions

1. Rinse the Rice

   Place 1½ cups long grain rice in a fine mesh sieve and rinse under cold running water until the water runs clear.

   Time: PT5M

2. Soak Rice with Cinnamon

   Transfer the rinsed rice to a large bowl, break one cinnamon stick and add it, then pour 4 cups of boiling water over the rice. Cover and let sit for at least 4 hours or overnight.

   Time: PT4H

3. Blend the Soaked Rice

   Pour the entire rice‑water mixture (including the cinnamon stick) into a blender. Add 2 Tbsp granulated sugar and blend on high for about 3 minutes until completely smooth.

   Time: PT3M

4. Strain the Mixture

   Place a fine mesh strainer over a clean pitcher and line it with cheesecloth (or a nut‑milk bag). Slowly pour the blended mixture through, allowing the liquid to collect while the solids are caught in the cloth.

   Time: PT2M

5. Add Milk, Condensed Milk, and Flavorings

   To the strained liquid, add one can (12 oz) evaporated milk, one can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk, 1 Tbsp vanilla extract, and 2 cups cold water. Stir well until fully incorporated.

   Time: PT2M

6. Chill and Serve

   Add ice cubes (about 1 cup) to the pitcher, give the drink a final stir, and serve in glasses. Mix again just before pouring to keep the texture uniform.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

460

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

70 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

1 g