Place almonds in a bowl and fill bowl with water until almonds are covered.Let soak overnight, or for at least 6-8 hours.Strain almonds and place in blender.Add 4 cups of water to blender and blend until smooth (my blender takes about 45 sec-1 min of blending).Place nut milk bag or several layers of cheese-cloth over a large bowl of jug.Pour contents of blender through nut-milk bag or cheese-cloth to strain and squeeze bag until all liquid has been removed.Add in maple syrup and then flavor with desired flavorings, as listed above.Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days.Shake before using.