Agua De Palapa Joe’s

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 6

Refreshing and Sweet Agua De Palapa Joe's Recipe

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

109

Sugar

20g

Fat

Agua De Palapa Joe's is a popular drink in Mexico and is often sold by street vendors. It is a sweet and refreshing drink that is perfect for the hot and humid weather of Mexico. The drink is made by blending rice with water and adding cinnamon, vanilla, sugar, and condensed milk. It is a drink that is enjoyed by both children and adults and is often served at family gatherings and parties.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in a strainer under cold running water. Drain and transfer to a blender.
2.	Add 3 cups of water to the blender and pulse for 2-3 minutes until the rice is coarsely pureed.
3.	Add the remaining 3 cups of water and the cinnamon stick and blend until the rice is finely pureed.
4.	Strain the rice milk through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl or pitcher and discard any solids.
5.	Stir in the vanilla extract, sugar, and condensed milk until well combined.
6.	Chill the drink in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or until cold.
7.	Serve the drink over ice and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

PROS

Agua De Palapa Joe’s is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for hot summer days.
The combination of rice milk and cinnamon gives the drink a unique flavor that is both sweet and savory.

It is a great alternative to other sugary drinks and can be enjoyed by both children and adults.

CONS

Agua De Palapa Joe’s contains condensed milk and sugar, so it is not a low-calorie or low-sugar drink.

It should be enjoyed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rice milk is a great alternative to cow’s milk for people who are lactose intolerant or have a dairy allergy.
It is low in fat and calories and is a good source of vitamins and minerals such as calcium and vitamin D.
The cinnamon in this recipe has been linked to lowering blood sugar levels and reducing inflammation.

	1 cup white rice
	6 cups water , divided
	1/2 cinnamon stick
	1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
	1/2 cup sugar
	1/4 cup condensed milk