Horchata

• milk↗1 cup
• blanched almond↗1⁄2 cup
• white rice↗1⁄2 cup
• cinnamon sticks, plus ground cinnamon, for garnish↗2
• sugar↗3⁄4 cup
• ice, for serving

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Bring 2 cups water, the milk, almonds, rice and cinnamon sticks to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer until the rice is tender, about 30 minutes. Remove the cinnamon sticks and cool completely.

2. 2

   Working in batches, if necessary, carefully transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth. Pour into a pitcher. Stir in the sugar and add enough water to make a total of 8 cups. Chill. Serve in tall glasses over ice. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon.