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What Other Drinks, Besides Kool-Aid?
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Discussion Overview
This thread explores various drink options for a kids' party, focusing on alternatives to Kool-Aid. Participants share their experiences and ideas for fun, kid-friendly beverages that can be made using the Quick Stir Pitcher (QSP).
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
- Opinion-based
Main Points Raised
- One participant mentions wanting to find drinks that are more exciting than Kool-Aid for their kids' party.
- Another participant suggests lemonade and describes a method for kids to make it using fresh lemons and a citrus press.
- Several users mention various punch recipes, including one with Hawaiian Punch and fruit cocktail, and another with cran-raspberry juice and 7-Up.
- One participant shares their kids' enjoyment of making apple juice from frozen concentrate, highlighting the fun of watching it dissolve.
- Another participant discusses a simple punch recipe involving Kool-Aid and pineapple juice, which can be frozen and served with ginger ale.
- One participant describes a berry smoothie and a watermelon slush as additional drink options for kids.
- Another participant notes that adding frozen blueberries to lemonade can create a fun color change that kids enjoy.
- One participant mentions using the Punch mix from Costco, which is easy to prepare and can be customized with ice cream or sherbet.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ on the best drink options, with no clear consensus emerging on a single preferred beverage for kids' parties.
Contextual Notes
Participants share personal experiences and creative ideas for making drinks appealing to children, emphasizing fun and engagement in the preparation process.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants and parents looking for creative drink ideas for children's parties may find these suggestions helpful.
katie0128
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cbord
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ChefBeckyD
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Have them make Lemonade! Cut some lemons in half, and let them squeeze them into the QSP w/ the citrus press, then add the sugar and water and let them mix it up! Add some 7-Up and some sherbet to make a fun punch.EDT - I say this because I remember when I was younger, babysitting for some kids and making fresh lemonade with them - and they had no idea you could make lemonade like that. (they'd only had the powdered stuff) They were in total awe!
lilscrapmama
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LOVE the making your own lemonade! AWESOME idea, then I can get a few more tools to use as well! THANKS!
Thanks everyone for these tips. Should I slice up some strawberries and put those in there too? (Or should i say let them...is the egg slicer plus safe enough for 6 & 7 year olds???
Thanks everyone for these tips. Should I slice up some strawberries and put those in there too? (Or should i say let them...is the egg slicer plus safe enough for 6 & 7 year olds???
Paula R. Lewis
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Here's a very easy, inexpensive, yet yummy punch....
Mix up 2 quarts of a red colored kool-aid, as directed.
Add one can (46 oz.) pineapple juice to kool-aid, and stir.
Put some of this in small containers, and freeze.
On the day of the party, pour punch into punch bowl. Add a 2-liter bottle of ginger ale, and "float" frozen containers of punch in the bowl. As they melt, it will add more punch, not dilute it like ice cubes would.
You can also add scoops of rainbow sherbet, if you like.
Enjoy!!
Paula
Mix up 2 quarts of a red colored kool-aid, as directed.
Add one can (46 oz.) pineapple juice to kool-aid, and stir.
Put some of this in small containers, and freeze.
On the day of the party, pour punch into punch bowl. Add a 2-liter bottle of ginger ale, and "float" frozen containers of punch in the bowl. As they melt, it will add more punch, not dilute it like ice cubes would.
You can also add scoops of rainbow sherbet, if you like.
Enjoy!!
Paula
katie0128
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DebbieSAChef
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Try these....My kids love good old strawberry and chocolate Quik with milk!
Also you could try some of these yummy drink recipes:
Berry smoothie
1 cup low fat strawberry yogurt
1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen) (strawberries, blueberries, etc)
2 teaspoons frozen orange juice concentrate
Watermelon Slush
8 cups cubed seeded watermelon
1/4 cup sifted powdered sugar
6 ounce frozen lemonade concentrate thawed(1 can)
Cut small chunks of watermelon to squish in pitcher.
Bug juice
1 Can HiC Ecto Cooler(the green kind)
2-2 liter Sprite
1 container green sherbert
Also don't forget the pudding in the pitcher!
Debbie
Also you could try some of these yummy drink recipes:
Berry smoothie
1 cup low fat strawberry yogurt
1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen) (strawberries, blueberries, etc)
2 teaspoons frozen orange juice concentrate
Watermelon Slush
8 cups cubed seeded watermelon
1/4 cup sifted powdered sugar
6 ounce frozen lemonade concentrate thawed(1 can)
Cut small chunks of watermelon to squish in pitcher.
Bug juice
1 Can HiC Ecto Cooler(the green kind)
2-2 liter Sprite
1 container green sherbert
Also don't forget the pudding in the pitcher!
Debbie
Teresa Lynn
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equal parts cranberry juice & 7 up
chocolate milk
homemade limeade with maraschino cherries (be sure to use the zester for some "floaties" in their glass, and score one of the limes (or lemons) so when its sliced with UM the slices to garnish the glass is pretty.
homemade lemonade
fresh Orange juice
When I do the lemonade recipe at my shows I go light on the sugar. I'd rather have a guest sweeten an individual glass than have it too sweet for everyone. To me its more refreshing tart.
Have the host get a large lemon cut the top 1/3 off with v shaped cutter. scoop the inside out. Trim a little off the bottom and fill with sugar for a sugar bowl. Put it on a tiles small square and put a bamboo spooner in it.
check out razzledazzlerecipes.com for great recipe ideas
chocolate milk
homemade limeade with maraschino cherries (be sure to use the zester for some "floaties" in their glass, and score one of the limes (or lemons) so when its sliced with UM the slices to garnish the glass is pretty.
homemade lemonade
fresh Orange juice
When I do the lemonade recipe at my shows I go light on the sugar. I'd rather have a guest sweeten an individual glass than have it too sweet for everyone. To me its more refreshing tart.
Have the host get a large lemon cut the top 1/3 off with v shaped cutter. scoop the inside out. Trim a little off the bottom and fill with sugar for a sugar bowl. Put it on a tiles small square and put a bamboo spooner in it.
check out razzledazzlerecipes.com for great recipe ideas
DebbieSAChef
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Jello Pudding
My kids love making pudding in the pitcher.
2 cups milk
Jello Chocolate or vanilla pudding mix
Pump and voila, PUDDING!!
We did it for one of the recipes in my kids cookbooks. It was called Soft Dreamy Pillows, or something like that. It was pillsbury biscuits baked in the oven. Then when they are done and while they are still warm, not hot, we took them and shook each one in a ziploc bag full of powdered sugar. Then I took the EAD filled with the pudding the kids made in the pitcher and with the bismark tip filled each bisuit up. They were like warm, delicious pudding filled donuts. The kids loved them!! And the moms!!
Debbie
iamtamnur said:
My kids love making pudding in the pitcher.
2 cups milk
Jello Chocolate or vanilla pudding mix
Pump and voila, PUDDING!!
We did it for one of the recipes in my kids cookbooks. It was called Soft Dreamy Pillows, or something like that. It was pillsbury biscuits baked in the oven. Then when they are done and while they are still warm, not hot, we took them and shook each one in a ziploc bag full of powdered sugar. Then I took the EAD filled with the pudding the kids made in the pitcher and with the bismark tip filled each bisuit up. They were like warm, delicious pudding filled donuts. The kids loved them!! And the moms!!
Debbie
Frequently Asked Questions
What are some alternatives to Kool-Aid for kids' drinks?
There are many alternatives to Kool-Aid that are both tasty and healthier. Options include flavored water, homemade lemonade, fruit-infused water, herbal teas, and smoothies. You can also try natural fruit juices, but be mindful of the sugar content.
Can I make my own drink mixes similar to Kool-Aid?
Absolutely! You can create your own drink mixes using powdered fruit, natural sweeteners, and citric acid for tartness. Combining dried fruit powders with a bit of sugar or honey can yield a delicious and customizable drink mix.
What are some refreshing summer drink ideas besides Kool-Aid?
For refreshing summer drinks, consider iced herbal teas, lemonade with fresh herbs, coconut water, or sparkling water with fresh fruit slices. You can also make slushies using blended frozen fruit and a splash of juice.
Are there any sugar-free drink options similar to Kool-Aid?
Yes, there are sugar-free drink options available. Look for sugar-free drink mixes, flavored sparkling water, or make your own by mixing unsweetened tea with a splash of lemon or lime juice. You can also use sugar substitutes to create your own flavored drinks.
How can I make drinks more appealing to kids without using Kool-Aid?
To make drinks more appealing to kids, you can use fun straws, colorful cups, and add garnishes like fruit slices or mint leaves. Creating themed drinks for parties or using ice cubes with fruit inside can also make beverages more exciting for children.
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