Iced Horchata (Agua de Horchata)
Horchata is a traditional Mexican drink made with rice, cinnamon, and vanilla. The rice is soaked, blended, and strained to create a smooth, lightly sweet beverage. Serve it chilled over ice for a refreshing drink that pairs well with a wide range of meals. It’s simple to make ahead and keeps well in the refrigerator.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 97kcal
Equipment
- Pitcher
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 cups water for soaking
- 2 cups cold water or milk for blending
- ½ cup sugar or to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ice for serving
- Ground cinnamon optional garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the rice, then combine it with cinnamon sticks and 4 cups of water. Let soak for at least 4 hours or overnight.1 cup long grain white rice, 2 cinnamon sticks, 4 cups water
- Blend the soaked rice and cinnamon with the soaking liquid until finely ground.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a pitcher.
- Stir in the additional water or milk, sugar, and vanilla, then chill.2 cups cold water , ½ cup sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Serve over ice with a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.Ice, Ground cinnamon
Notes
- Rinse the rice: Removes excess surface starch before soaking.
- Soak long enough: Longer soaking improves flavor and blending.
- Blend fully: A finer grind leads to a smoother drink.
- Strain carefully: Removes grit and improves texture.
- Stir before serving: The mixture settles naturally in the fridge.
Nutrition
Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 42mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 0.05mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.4mg
