Horchata

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the rice and cinnamon stick with 4 cups water in a blender; pulse to coarsely grind.
2. 2
   Transfer to a large bowl and add another 4 cups water; soak at room temperature for 3 hours.
3. 3
   Puree the rice mixture in a blender in batches until smooth.
4. 4
   Strain through cheesecloth or a fine sieve into a pitcher.
5. 5
   Mix in the sugar; chill.
6. 6
   Stir the horchata well before serving.
7. 7
   Pour into ice-filled glasses; garnish with cinnamon sticks and a dusting of ground cinnamon.
8. 8
   Photograph by Kana Okada