Originally Posted by
SamuelWilson
Hi everyone, there is no rule when it comes to the nut/water ratio. Here is a general guideline though (but again, there are no rules)
1.5:1 ratio = creamiest mylk
2:1 ratio = creamier mylk
3:1 ratio = economical mylk
Explained, 1.5:1 means 1 1/2 cup of water to 1 cup of nuts. 2:1 means 2 cups of water to 1 cup of nuts. 3:1 means 3 cups of water to 1 cup of nuts.
When you soak nuts, they will expand. However, you measure them dry. So for example, a cup of almonds could end up more like a cup and a half after they are soaked.
Also, it is not necessary to remove the skin off of soaked almonds. Also, you do not need to strain if you do not want to, that is all up to you. I strain it though because I prefer a smooth mylk.