Mama Maggie's Kitchen

0 Place the rice, cinnamon stick, and 4 cups of hot water in a large bowl. 
1  Cover with plastic wrap and soak overnight.
2 Overnight is best, or 8 hours minimum. 
3 When ready, add the soaking mixture (rice, cinnamon, and water) into a blender. 
4 Blend until smooth. 
6 Strain into a bowl. 
7 Add the liquid into a large pitcher. 
5 Add the milk, vanilla, the rest of the water, and sugar to the pitcher. 
8 Stir and taste for good measure. 
9 Chill in the refrigerator. 
10 Stir well before serving over ice.