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    Home » Recipes » Beverages

    "Magic Potion" Rainbow Drink Tutorial

    Updated: Mar 20, 2024 · by Tonia Larson

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    This Magic Potion Rainbow Drink is an easy way to make a delicious, colorful beverage for parties! Guests can choose whatever color combination they desire.magic potion rainbow drink drink in a plastic cup with a straw

    We hosted Summer Camp this week and the theme my kids chose was Magic and this was the fun colorful drink we had.

    Disclaimer: This post contains links to products for making this recipe. If you use those links, I may earn a commission. Learn more here.

    How To Make A Magic Potion Rainbow Drink

    Kool Aid ice cubes in a blue tray

    This Magic Potion Rainbow Drink is super easy to make and looks really neat when combined.  Before the party, make different colors/flavors of Kool-Aid ice cubes in four ice cube trays.

    Put all the flavored ice cubes onto a platter or in small bowls. We used strawberry, blue raspberry, grape, and orange.

    plastic cups with magic potion labels and straws

    Put Magic Potion labels on cups and add a straw. The more clear the cups, the more fun the drinks will be to look at!

    magic potion printable labels

    If you would like to use my Magic Potion labels, you can download them free:
    HERE

    I printed mine on full-sized sheets of sticker paper so all I had to do was cut them out, peel the backs off and stick them on the cups!

    Kool Aid ice cubes stacked in a plastic cup

    When it comes time to drink the Magic Potion, let each child (or adult) choose the flavored ice cubes that they want and put them in the cup.

    clear soda in plastic cup with Kool Aid ice cubes

    Then, pour clear pop, like 7-Up, over the ice cubes.  The pop will change color somewhat and become flavored as the ice cubes melt!

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    A colorful fruit-flavored magic potion rainbow drink in a plastic cup.

    Magic Potion Rainbow Drink

    This Magic Potion Rainbow Drink is an easy way to make a delicious, colorful beverage for parties! Guests can choose whatever color combination they desire.
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    Prep Time: 6 hours hours
    Total Time: 6 hours hours
    Servings: 16
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    Ingredients

    • 2 cups strawberry Kool Aid
    • 2 cups blue raspberry lemonade Kool Aid
    • 2 cups grape Kool Aid
    • 2 cups orange Kool Aid
    • 4 liters Sprite (or other clear soda)

    Instructions

    • Make two cups of four flavors of Kool-Aid and pour into ice cube trays. Freeze until solid and ready to serve.
    • Put the Kool-Aid ice cubes into a tray or small bowls.
    • Stack several colorful Kool-Aid ice cubes in clear glasses and add the clear soda.
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cups | Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.2mg
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 14+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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    1. Mrs Happy Homemaker says

      July 15, 2011 at 6:48 pm

      I am in love with this idea!

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    2. Kirsten @ Mushki Loves says

      July 15, 2011 at 12:29 am

      This is the neatest thing! I am pinning it right now! Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
    3. Christy says

      July 14, 2011 at 7:48 pm

      What a fun drink for summer! I love it. Hoping over from a linky party. 🙂 Have a good day.

      Reply
    4. shopannies says

      July 12, 2011 at 5:11 pm

      how fun this is a great idea for summer time magic come see me at http://shopannies.blogspot.com and see what we shared

      Reply
    5. Larissa says

      July 12, 2011 at 12:13 pm

      What a FUN idea. My Little Men will love this. I think I am going to freeze myself some kool-aid cubes today. Thanks for the idea.Just Another Day in Paradise

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    6. Julie says

      July 12, 2011 at 2:50 am

      This looks so fun – & better yet, not messy! Kids of all ages could get into this. I’m so glad you shared it! Do you think I could substitute the soda with flavored water? My kids are still kinda little & aren’t too big on carbonated drinks. PS LOVE your blog! Following you now 🙂

      Reply
    7. Lorie says

      July 12, 2011 at 12:32 am

      What a fun idea! And would work for a rainbow themed party too! LOVE IT!

      Reply
    8. www.StarHughes.com says

      July 11, 2011 at 2:37 pm

      That is such a cool idea! I would love that! I’m sure the kids had a blast with it!

      Reply
    9. Stephanie @ henry happened says

      July 11, 2011 at 1:12 pm

      I love this! Magic is such a fun theme – can’t wait to hear more!

      Reply
    10. christi @ burlap and basil says

      July 11, 2011 at 6:53 am

      this is a fantastic idea!i’m hosting a july giftaway – anthropologie pillow and some goodies! i hope you’ll enter!

      Reply
    11. Dacia says

      July 11, 2011 at 4:27 am

      What a fun idea! I’ll have to pin this one for the kids 🙂

      Reply
    12. Tonia @ TheGunnySack.com says

      July 11, 2011 at 3:16 am

      Yes, Iffy, I made the Kool Aid with the directions on the package!

      Reply
    13. ~Iffy~ says

      July 10, 2011 at 6:24 pm

      Very cute! Do you have to mix the koolaid differently or per the package? Stopping by from the Sunday Showcase Party.I would love for you to link this up to My Favorite Things Friday Party going on all week!Be sure to enter my giveaways too =D XX~Iffy~www.stayathomenation.blogspot.com

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    14. Erin says

      July 10, 2011 at 2:55 pm

      How cool is this!!! We’re so going to do this! Thanks!!!

      Reply
    15. Megan says

      July 10, 2011 at 12:47 pm

      This is such a great idea. I’m sure they had a lot of fun. megancraftycpa.blogspot.com

      Reply
    16. Belly B says

      July 9, 2011 at 2:09 pm

      This is SO FUN!!! Love it :)<3 Belly B

      Reply
    17. Tonia @ TheGunnySack.com says

      July 9, 2011 at 3:42 pm

      Thanks Lindsay for the vote of confidence! I have really been thinking about it. I just don’t want to start one and have no one join… I have 2 link parties I would like to start: one for bloggers and one for Etsy shops. Not sure yet what days to do them or what I would title them.

      Reply
    18. Ana Degenaar says

      July 9, 2011 at 2:51 pm

      So fun and cute!!!!

      Reply
    19. Lindsay @ Delighted Momma says

      July 9, 2011 at 1:55 pm

      You are such a fun Mom!! I bet they loved their magic potion drinks 🙂 I’m thinking you should start your own link up party! I bet it would be a hit

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    20. Judy Bagwell says

      July 9, 2011 at 1:20 pm

      Cute idea!

      Reply
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