Horchata Latte
A delightful fusion drink that combines the creamy, cinnamon-spiced flavors of horchata with the rich, boldness of espresso. Perfect for morning drinks or as an afternoon pick-me-up
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups milk of your choice whole milk, almond milk, or oat milk work well
- 2 shots of espresso or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
- Ice cubes if serving cold
Instructions
Make Horchata
- Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water.
- In a blender, combine the rinsed rice, water, and cinnamon stick.
- Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until the rice is broken down but not completely smooth.
- Let the mixture sit at room temperature for at least 3 hours or preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the rice to soften.
- After soaking, remove the cinnamon stick and strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher.
- Add sugar to the strained liquid and stir until dissolved. Adjust sweetness according to your taste preference.
- Chill the horchata in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Make Horchata Latte
- In a separate saucepan, gently heat the milk until it's warm but not boiling.
- Divide the warm milk between two serving glasses.
- Pour one shot of espresso or 1/4 cup of strong brewed coffee into each glass. Stir gently to combine the coffee and milk.
- Add ice cubes if serving cold.
- Pour chilled horchata over the coffee-milk mixture.
- Stir lightly to blend all the flavors.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top
Notes
Adding vanilla extract or cocoa can provide additional depth to the drink's flavor profile
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