Horchata is the cold, creamy, rice-based drink you find at many Mexican restaurants.

Unfortunately, not all of it is real horchata anymore. Many places now serve horchata from a soda fountain, which like other sodas is made with flavorings, additives and high fructose corn syrup. That’s not really horchata!

Luckily, horchata is super easy to make at home. It’s a perfect addition to taco night or really any summer meal requiring a frosty beverage.

This version is made with just rice, water, sugar and cinnamon. My guess is it would also be delicious spiked with a little vodka 😉

Buen provecho!