.png)
Grounded Heartchata
Discover a nourishing twist on a classic with this Grounded Horchata—an herbal, cinnamon-kissed drink crafted to calm the nervous system and support whole-body balance. In this recipe, you’ll learn how to blend traditional horchata ingredients with grounding roots and restorative herbs to create a creamy, comforting beverage that soothes stress, supports digestion, and offers a sweet moment of pause in your day. Perfect warm or chilled, this plant-powered horchata is an easy, delicious way to bring herbal wellness into your kitchen.
Ingredients
1 cup white rice (long-grain is ideal)
1/2 cup raw almonds (optional, for extra nourishment)
6 Tbsp Grounded Heart tea
1–2 tbsp maple syrup, honey, or sweetener of choice (to taste)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt
Directions
Brew Your Tea In a heat-safe jar or pot, steep 6 tablespoons of Grounded Heart tea blend in 4 cups of freshly boiled water. Cover and steep while you soak your rice.
Soak Rinse the rice (and almonds), then place them in a large jar or bowl. Cover the mixture with warm water and let it soak for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Blend After soaking, strain the rice and almonds then transfer to a high-speed blender with your strained tea. Add sweetener, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Blend for 2–3 minutes, until silky smooth.
Strain Strain through a fine mesh sieve, cheesecloth, or nut milk bag into a clean jar or pitcher.
Chill & Serve Let it chill in the fridge for an hour or more. Serve cold over ice, and dust with cinnamon if desired.
Brew Your Tea In a heat-safe jar or pot, steep 6 tablespoons of Grounded Heart tea blend in 4 cups of freshly boiled water. Cover and steep while you soak your rice.
Soak Rinse the rice (and almonds), then place them in a large jar or bowl. Cover the mixture with warm water and let it soak for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Blend After soaking, strain the rice and almonds then transfer to a high-speed blender with your strained tea. Add sweetener, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Blend for 2–3 minutes, until silky smooth.
Strain Strain through a fine mesh sieve, cheesecloth, or nut milk bag into a clean jar or pitcher.
Chill & Serve Let it chill in the fridge for an hour or more. Serve cold over ice, and dust with cinnamon if desired.
Shelf Life & Storage
Store in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Shake before each use, as natural separation may occur.
