Rice beverage

Yes. Stir it into oats and simmer gently, stirring often; rice beverage is naturally sweet, so taste before adding sugar or honey.

It does, but it is thinner and sweeter than dairy milk and can split in very hot or acidic drinks. Warm it gently and pour it in slowly; a barista-style version usually froths more reliably.

Yes: use it in pancakes, muffins and cakes in place of milk, measure for measure. Its mild sweetness can brown baked goods sooner, so start checking them a little early.

Keep it in the fridge, close the carton tightly and use it within the time stated on the pack. Even a shelf-stable carton needs refrigeration once opened.

Blend cooked rice with cold water until smooth, then strain through a fine sieve or clean cloth for a thinner drink. Chill it promptly and shake before pouring, as the solids settle.

Soya drink has more: 3 g per 100 g, compared with 0.6 g in rice beverage. Rice beverage is a poor substitute for soya drink if you want protein in a drink.

They are names for a drink made from rice and water, sometimes with added oil, salt or sweetener. It is not dairy milk, and its thin texture and mild sweetness suit porridge and baking particularly well.