Nothing like a tall glass of Kool-Aid served from a giant anthropomorphic pitcher to reallymake you feel like a kid! So, this August 10-12, grab some of Nebraska’s official soft drink and celebrate with these fun-for-the-whole fam activities for National Kool-Aid Days!
Pickle Painting
Tart & tasty, pickles are already a refreshing Summer treat. But why not make them fun & fluorescent, too? All you need is one-gallon jar of pickles, a packet of unsweetened Kool-Aid and a pound of sugar. Drain the pickle juice into mixing bowl, add other ingredients, wait until it’s dissolved then pour the liquid back in the jar with your dill. Refrigerate for a week and Voilà!
Tie Dye Tees
Too many of us at Food Republic tried that whole dye your hair with a Kool-Aid packet thing to ever wish those terrible tresses upon anyone else! But our fave way to DIY with the brand? Tie-dyed tees! Here’s the how-to:
- In individual bowls add a packet of Kool-Aid and one ounce of Vinegar
- Twist the shirt and tie with rubber bands
- Dip into the bowls as desired
- When finished, use an iron to set the colors
Deep Fried Kool-Aid Balls
As the newest entry in the deep-frying trend that’s sweeping across the nation, try this invention (created by Charlie Boghosian at the San Diego County Fair) at home. Add Kool-Aid mix to a batter of flour and water and fry away!
Super Bright Slushies
Kick it up a notch by pouring your mix in the blender with ice. Try adding yogurt or fresh fruit for a sweet & slushy smoothie! Over 21? Add a splash of other delicious liquids... “Oh, yeah!”
