Agua de Horchata

Agua de horchata is a delicious typical Mexican drink, perfect to have during the summer when you are looking for something more refreshing. If you haven’t tried it before you are definitely in for a treat.

Hope you enjoy!

 

Ingredients:

1 cup raw cashews
3 cups water
1 to 2 tablespoons agave (or honey)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Pinch of pink salt

 

Directions:

1. Place the cashews in a bowl and fill with water to cover.  Let soak for 8 hours, or overnight.  Do not leave for longer than 12 hours or the cashews may start to ferment.
2. Drain the cashews and place in a blender. Add the 3 cups of water, agave, vanilla, cinnamon. Blend until the mixture is creamy and white and are no large pieces of cashew left.
3. Serve chilled.  Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator.