Amazake-Style Rice Drink with Vanilla

Nov 1, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Amazake-Style Rice Drink with Vanilla: Amazake-Style Rice Drink with Vanilla, rice-based lightly sweet drink using…

Rice-based lightly sweet drink using commercial pasteurized amazake. A homestyle take on a drink from Japan, made with easy-to-find ingredients. Makes 2 glasses in about 22 minutes.

Prep 12 min

Flavor Vanilla

Serve Iced

Cooling 10 min

Total 22 min

Yield 2 glasses

Diet Dairy free, Gluten free, Vegan

Ingredients

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1 ¾ cups (420.0 ml)pasteurized ready-to-drink amazake
¾ cup (110.0 g)ice cubes
½ tsp (2.0 ml)pure vanilla extract, for the main
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)water
½ tsp (3.0 ml)pure vanilla extract, for the creative addition

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Instructions

Confirm the ready-to-drink rice beverage is pasteurized, properly sealed and stored according to its label.
Stir or blend gently with the measured water and vanilla.
Chill thoroughly; do not ferment or culture the mixture at home.
For this original vanilla adaptation, add 3 ml pure vanilla extract to the prepared base and stir or blend until evenly dispersed; if it is a spice or chopped solid, hydrate, infuse or melt it in the warm phase, then strain if necessary.
Divide ice into two glasses, pour over and serve cold.

Tips

Perishables must not sit at room temperature longer than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F (32°C).

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Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make amazake-style rice drink with vanilla?

Plan on 12 minutes of prep, plus 10 minutes to chill. The recipe makes 2 glasses.

How should I store amazake-style rice drink with vanilla?

Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.

Can I make amazake-style rice drink with vanilla ahead?

Best made just before serving. Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract, for the main (2 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Is this recipe vegan?

Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as chocolate, sprinkles and plant butter are labeled vegan.

Rice-based lightly sweet drink using commercial pasteurized amazake. A homestyle take on a drink from Japan, made with easy-to-find ingredients. Makes 2 glasses in about 22 minutes.