Horchata

Directions

1. 1
   Put the rice, cinnamon sticks, and lime zest into a large bowl.
2. 2
   Pour 1 quart warm water over the mixture and let it sit overnight.
3. 3
   If the weather is hot, cover the bowl and refrigerate.
4. 4
   Remove the cinnamon sticks and zest from the mixture and pour the rice and soaking liquid into a blender.
5. 5
   (Work in batches if necessary.)
6. 6
   Blend, pouring in an additional 2 cups water with the machine running, until just about smooth.
7. 7
   Pour the mixture through a strainer and discard the solids.
8. 8
   Stir in the sugar until dissolved, adding more to taste.
9. 9
   Chill, season to taste with the reserved lime juice, and serve.
10. 10
    Add 1 cup blanched almonds to the blender in step 2.