ORGANIC chufa horchata

Horchata de chufa is a traditional Spanish drink originating from the Valencia region. It is prepared from chufas, also known as tiger nuts. Here are some more details about this drink:

1. Ingredients : The main ingredient is tigernut, a tuber that is not actually a nut. Other ingredients include water and sugar. Sometimes cinnamon and lemon zest are added to enhance the flavor.

2. Preparation : Tigernuts are first soaked in water for several hours to soften them. Then they are ground into a paste, and water is added to extract the liquid. This liquid is then strained to remove the solids, and sugar is added to taste.

3. Characteristics : Horchata de chufa has a sweet and creamy flavor with a unique nutty taste. It is usually served cold and is especially refreshing in hot weather.

4. Consumption : In Spain, horchata de chufa is often consumed in the summer as a refreshing drink. It is sometimes accompanied by local pastries such as fartons, long sweet doughnuts designed to be dunked in the drink.

Not only is horchata de chufa delicious, it also has nutritional benefits, including being rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals.

The origin of Horchata dates back to the Arab period of Spain. It is even found in ancient Egypt .

We cultivate the tigernut for eight months, as our grandparents did, without any chemical treatment. Through the maturation process, the tigernut starch is transformed into natural sugars that give it the characteristic flavor of horchata de chufa made with tigernuts grown in the Huerta de Valencia. Unlike most horchata on the market, we do not use milk proteins as stabilizers, but organic stabilizers of plant origin. This makes it a drink suitable for vegans and those with lactose intolerance.

Terra i Xufa horchata de chufa is made from unrefined organic cane sugar and contains no preservatives or colourings. It is heart-healthy and antioxidant, thanks to its high content of oleic and folic acids and phytosterols, which help maintain blood cholesterol levels. Contains 1% protein and essential amino acids such as arginine, a precursor of prolactin. Rich in soluble vegetable fibre, so it can prevent intestinal function disorders and even help prevent colon cancer. They have a prebiotic effect and facilitate the digestion of carbohydrates. Rich in minerals, especially phosphorus, potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium and vitamins E and C. 0% lactose, 0% gluten, 100% vegetable.

Horchata from Valencia Terra i Xufa can be consumed hot or cold. It is an ideal substitute for other animal and vegetable milks, for breakfast or as a snack, and to accompany coffee or cereals. It is also an ideal ingredient to give a special touch to cooking. Replace milk with Horchata in your favourite recipes, and make surprising milkshakes, flans, pastry creams, sponge cakes, hot chocolates...

Ingredients :
- Demineralized water (73.3%)
- Valencia tiger nuts (15%)
- Cane sugar (11%)
- Emulsifier: sunflower lecithin (0.03%)
- Acidity regulator: sodium citrates (0.02%)
- Stabilizer: gellan gum (0.02%)
- Natural lemon and cinnamon flavors

Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Refrigerate for 3 days after opening.Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Refrigerate for 3 days after opening.