This is my personal favorite:
Agua de Horchata (or-CHAT-ah) Mexican Rice Water Recipe
This unusual beverage originated with the Aztecs. It is very popular in Mexico, and pairs exceptionally well with the flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine.
Ingredients:
Serves 8 cups
2 cupslong-grain white rice, ground fine
2 whole 2-inch cinnamon sticks
1-1.5 cups sugar
2 tsp vanilla
boiling water for soaking
ice cubes
METHOD:
1. Place the rice and cinnamon in a spacious, heat-resistant mixing bowl and add enough boiling water to cover. Top with plastic wrap and set aside for eight hours, or overnight.
2. Pour the mixture into a fine mesh strainer, drain well, and discard the water.
3. Place half of the softened rice, cinnamon sticks, and four cups of water in a blender and liquefy. Repeat with the remaining rice and water.
4. Pour the mixture through a double layer of cheesecloth set in a fine mesh strainer over a bowl. Discard the solids.
5. Add the sugar and vanilla to the bowl and mix until dissolved.
6. Pour the Agua de Horchata into a pitcher and chill 2–3 hours before serving.
7. Serve over ice in individual glasses.