Horchata is an extremely healthy and popular drink in the Costa Blanca. It is a drink that looks like milk and is made from Chufas, Tiger Nuts, water and lots of sugar.

These nuts originate from Egypt, but nowadays they grow them in the town of Alboraya which is located in the province of Valencia.

Horchata is often consumed in summer accompanied with a farton; a sweet kind of pastry making the perfect combination.

Horchata is a delicious beverage that can be enjoyed as a summer drink but can also be enjoyed throughout the entire year, the drink has many health benefits such as lowering cholesterol, contains vitamin C and E, rich in the minerals phosphorus, calcium, magnesium and iron, helps with digestion and decreases gas and bloating. The good news is Horchacha is caffeine free and doesn’t contain any other stimulants, which makes it suitable for kids and pregnant women. The chufa or the tiger nut is really good for athletes or as an after sports drink as these nuts give a lots of energy. Last but not least, gluten intolerant people can drink horchata as well, because the beverage is gluten free.

"You won’t find a healthier drink than horchata here in the Costa Blanca"