What does summer taste like? Horchata! Undoubtedly, Horchata is the sweetest, more refreshing and healthiest drink one can have in the city of València. Fresh, slush or mixed. Choose the presentation you want, it will be perfect for any time of the day. We warn you; if you try it, you will repeat!

Simple ingredients for such a succulent delicacy: dried tiger nuts, water, lemon, sugar and a touch of cinnamon. It sounds very easy, doesn’t it? La Horchata de València is one of our gastronomic gems. A true symbol of the city! A typical, local and high quality product that you have to taste. If you visit us this summer, you will see how it becomes the main star of your drinks on the outside.

The horchata from València is unique! It is made from the tiger nut, a small brown tuber that is grown in the Huerta de Alboraia, just 5 minutes away from the capital. Currently, and thanks to the Denomination of Origin Chufa de València, all the nutritional and healthy properties of this food are well known. Thanks to a recognized work, an exceptional product of our lands is valued, able to satisfy the most gourmet palates.

Come and visit the land of the tiger nut! In the centre of the orchard of Alboraia, the first Museum of Chufa and Horchata is located. An interesting visit to learn more about this curious and unique drink, the ways of life through time and to promote respect for agriculture by conducting activities and workshops. The museum is located in the Alquería El Machistre, originally dating from the eleventh century, which has characteristic elements such as the clay floor from the sixteenth century and the tilework of Manises from the XVIII century.

The Region of Valencia is committed to the cultivation of quality products. Thanks to the fields and orchards, our typical dishes are a show full of colour, flavour and variety that you will love from the first bite. Enjoy the authentic taste of the Mediterranean Live!