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Get ready to celebrate National Horchata Day on Sept. 24! This special day has been around since at least the mid-1990s, and was created to honor the delicious Mexican drink made from rice, almonds and cinnamon. It's a favorite beverage of many cultures all over the world due to its unique flavor profile, creamy texture and refreshing taste.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1000-1100</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origin of Horchata</div><div class='timeline-text'>Horchata, originally made from chufa (tigernuts), was first known to be consumed in the Valencia region of Spain.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1500s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Horchata in the Americas</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the Spanish conquest, the drink was brought to the Americas. Here, due to the lack of tigernuts, it evolved to be made out of rice.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Horchata's Popularity in Mexico</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the 19th century, horchata became an iconic beverage in Mexico and some parts of Latin America, often consumed with spicy food due to its cooling effect.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of National Horchata Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Horchata Day, celebrating this unique and refreshing drink, was officially designated to be on September 24th.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Horchata in Mainstream Culture</div><div class='timeline-text'>The growing popularity of Latin American cuisine globally has made horchata a well-known beverage beyond its original regions, now enjoyed by many around the world.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present Day</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Horchata Day Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Every year on September 24th, fans of the drink celebrate National Horchata Day, experimenting with new flavors and taking time to enjoy this traditional beverage.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create your own horchata recipe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Experiment with different ingredients and ratios to make your own delicious version of horchata. Try out different types of rice, spices, and sweeteners to perfect a flavor that's all your own.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a horchata tasting</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for a horchata tasting party. Have each person bring their favorite version of the beverage, whether it's from a local cafe or homemade. Try them all and vote on the best one!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a Mexican restaurant</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many Mexican restaurants have horchata on the menu as a traditional drink accompaniment. Treat yourself to a meal at your favorite Mexican restaurant and enjoy some horchata along with it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make some Horchata ice cream</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Bring together two classic flavors by making some horchata ice cream. All you need is your favorite ice cream base, some cinnamon, and your choice of sweetener (sugar, honey, or agave). Enjoy!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Horchata happy hour</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for a Horchata happy hour - provide glasses of the drink and plenty of snacks to go around. Don't forget to play some fun music to get everyone in the mood!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Horchata is a sweet, creamy beverage made with rice and cinnamon. It is both refreshing and comforting at the same time, and perfect for sipping on a hot summer day. Horchata is also very versatile - it can be served over ice or blended into an icy frappe if you're feeling adventurous!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's easy to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Making horchata from scratch doesn't have to be complicated or time consuming. All you need are some basic ingredients like milk, sugar, cinnamon, and uncooked rice. Just soak the rice in water overnight, blend everything together in a blender, then stir in some evaporated milk or condensed milk for an extra creamy touch!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's healthy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Horchata is a great way to get your daily dose of calcium and other essential nutrients. It's naturally sweetened with natural health benefits such as being rich in vitamins and minerals, high in dietary fiber, low in cholesterol and fat, and free of gluten and dairy. Plus, it has zero preservatives or artificial flavors!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Horchata has different versions worldwide</h3><p class='facts-content'>There are several versions of horchata consumed in different parts of the world. Some recipes include sesame seeds, cantaloupe seeds, or barley instead of rice, and the flavor, texture, and color could vary accordingly.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Horchata flavors go beyond the traditional version</h3><p class='facts-content'>While traditional horchata is flavored with cinnamon and vanilla, creativity knows no bounds. Herbal tea, coffee, fruits, and even chocolate are some innovative horchata additions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Horchata has inspired alcohol-infused concoctions</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many mixologists merge cultural pride with creativity to create alcoholic beverages with horchata as a key ingredient—for example, cocktails mixed with rum or bourbon.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Horchata can also be a dairy substitute</h3><p class='facts-content'>Due to its creamy nature, horchata is often used as a dairy substitute in many recipes, including baked goods, or a vegan-friendly refreshment option.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Horchata has influenced pop culture</h3><p class='facts-content'>The popular drink's influence has even reached the music industry. In 2009, the band Vampire Weekend released a song named after the popular beverage.</p></div></div>
National Horchata Day is celebrated on September 24th every year. In 2024, National Horchata Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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