I got myself into horchata earlier this year and now I just can’t get enough of it. So of course, I had to scour for places to get horchata in Manila. There’s just something comforting and refreshing about this sweet and creamy drink that makes it highly addictive (at least for me). This drink with Spanish and Latin American roots is pretty simple, it is after all made just by combining rice, sugar, and spices, but it surprisingly has a unique flavor profile depending on how it’s made.
If you’re like me who has been craving or has always been curious about this creamy drink, here is a list of places where you can get horchata in Manila.
Burnt Ends
They offer two kinds of horchata, classic and toasted. They describe their toasted horchata as nutty, bold, creamy, and aromatic.
Price: P680/liter
To order, message their Instagram.
Chiquita Horchata
Slots are currently full but it just goes to show their horchata is worth the wait. They offer four kinds: Original, Vegan, Matchata, and Horchocolat, and are available in three sizes at solo, duo, and 1 liter. What’s noteworthy about them is you have the freedom to tweak the sweetness level to your liking and you can choose from their sweeteners: honey or organic maple syrup.
Price: Ranges from P95 to P310
To order, message their Instagram
The Curator Coffee & Cocktails
The Curator has been a part of Asia’s 50 Best Bars for five straight years but their coffee is equally amazing too. As of writing, they’re offering horchata on weekends in 250ml bottles. Order a shot of espresso while you’re at it to make it dirty!
Price: P300
To order, message their Instagram.
El Chapo’s
Located in Quezon City, El Chapo’s is a crowd favorite in one Facebook post looking for horchatas in the metro. Their horchata is available in two sizes, 22oz and a party size at 4L that’s good for get-togethers or if you want to stock up on their specialty drink. It can be stored in the freezer for up to 4 days!
Price: P100 for 22oz, P420 for 4L
To order, message their Instagram.
El Poco Cantina
They’re pretty transparent in what they put on their menu. The label for their horchata says it only has rice, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon. It’s simple and refreshing and goes well with their tortilla chips that’s a personal favorite!
Price: P100
To order, visit their website or message them on Instagram.
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Finn and Coco’s
They have one of the nicest bottled horchata I’ve seen. Their roasted horchata is available in 500ml and 1L bottles. They also have other drinks and sweet treats to choose from!
Price: P200 for 500ml; P360 for 1L
To order, visit their Instagram.
La Chinesca
Known for their perfectly seasoned guacamole, tacos, and tostadas, La Chinesca’s horchata shouldn’t be missed on their menu too. It is a combination of rice and almond milk and cinnamon.
Price: P180
To order, visit The Grid’s website.
Lagrima
Pair Lagrima’s best-selling tacos and burritos with their Vegan Horchata made with rice, almonds, cinnamon, and water.
Price: P240 for 200ml; P540 for 500ml
To order, message their Instagram.
