How to make almond milk?

To make fresh almond milk at home, soak 1 cup of raw almonds in water overnight (at least 8 to 12 hours). Drain and rinse the soaked almonds thoroughly. Place the plump almonds into a high-speed blender along with 4 cups of fresh filtered water.

Blend on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture turns smooth and milky. Pour the liquid through a fine nut milk bag or cheesecloth positioned over a large bowl. Squeeze the bag firmly to extract all liquid, separating the milk from the pulp. Optionally, whisk in a pinch of salt, a splash of vanilla, or a date for sweetener, then bottle and refrigerate.