Spiced Chai Horchata

A refreshing twist on a classic, this Spiced Chai Horchata is bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Basmati rice
• 2 tbsp raw almonds
• 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 3/4 tsp cardamom seeds
• 2 whole cloves
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 3 tbsp dried rose petals (optional)
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar, or to taste
• 4 cups cold water

Preparation

1. Into a blender, add the Basmati rice, almonds, ground cinnamon, cardamom seeds, cloves, nutmeg, ground ginger, dried rose petals, and sugar.
2. Add 2 cups of cold water and blend for 40 seconds.
3. Let this mixture sit in the fridge overnight or for at least 4 hours at room temperature.
4. When ready to serve, add the remaining 2 cups of cold water and stir well.
5. Strain the horchata through several layers of cheesecloth or a clean tea towel.
6. Pour the horchata into a pitcher and add ice to cool. Enjoy!

(Authentic Royal)