Horchata con canela
Horchata con canela is a refreshing, creamy beverage traditionally made from rice, water, milk, sugar, and cinnamon. Originating from Spain and widely popular across Latin America, it's often served chilled as a sweet treat or accompaniment to meals.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is typically high in carbohydrates due to its rice and sugar content, providing a quick source of energy. A standard serving (about 1 cup) contains roughly 120-150 calories, with minimal protein and fat, and offers some calcium if made with milk.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 2.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 25 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Phosphorus | 100 mg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, horchata varies significantly by region—Mexican versions are rice-based, while Spanish horchata (horchata de chufa) is made from tiger nuts. Nutritionally, it's a dairy-free alternative when made with plant-based milk, and the cinnamon adds not just flavor but also potential antioxidant benefits.
