Horchata

Indulge in a refreshing glass of horchata, a traditional Spanish beverage made from creamy tiger nuts, sweetened with cinnamon and vanilla. Perfect for warm afternoons or as a delightful treat at your next gathering.

• 1 cup tiger nuts (chufas)
• 4 cups water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 cup ice cubes

Method

1. 1

   Soak the tiger nuts in water for at least 8 hours or overnight.

2. 2

   Drain and rinse the soaked tiger nuts under cold water.

3. 3

   Blend the tiger nuts with 4 cups of fresh water until smooth.

4. 4

   Strain the blended mixture through a fine sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl to separate the liquid from the pulp.

5. 5

   Add sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the strained liquid. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.

6. 6

   Chill the horchata in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

7. 7

   Serve over ice cubes in glasses and enjoy your refreshing Horchata de Chufa!