Almond Milk Horchata Iced Coffee

Almond Milk Horchata Iced Coffee

Dive into the perfect blend of creamy and refreshing with this Almond Milk Horchata Iced Coffee. This delightful drink combines the traditional Mexican flavors of horchata—made from rice, cinnamon, and vanilla—with the invigorating kick of cold brew coffee. It's a unique twist on the classic iced coffee, perfect for those warm afternoons or as a midday pick-me-up. Serve it over ice for a chilled experience that will transport you to a sunny café in Mexico.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • Ice cubes (as needed)
  • Sweetener (optional) (to taste)
  • Cold brew coffee (2 cups)
  • Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
  • Cinnamon sticks (2)
  • Rice (1/2 cup, uncooked)
  • Almond milk (3 cups)

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine the almond milk, uncooked rice, cinnamon sticks, and vanilla extract.
  2. Blend on high speed until the rice and cinnamon sticks are finely ground, creating a smooth mixture.
  3. Strain the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher, pressing down to extract as much liquid as possible.
  4. Add the cold brew coffee to the pitcher and stir well to combine the horchata with the coffee.
  5. Taste the mixture and add sweetener if desired, stirring until fully dissolved.
  6. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the almond milk horchata iced coffee over the ice.
  7. Stir gently to mix and serve immediately while chilled.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Beverage • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 0 minutes • Calories: 120 • Fat: 4g • Carbs: 20g • Protein: 3g • Sodium: 150mg • Sugar: 5g