charlys-room: Make Yummy Kool Aid Slurpees...

I'm a kid from the 1970's.

Back then...Kool Aid was cool. It really was.

There was no gatorade, powerade or red bulls.

It was simply a package of Kool Aid for kids for a special treat.

And if you went to a birthday party, it was usually Kool Aid or Pop Shoppe Pop that was served.

I remember drinking Kool Aid even when I was in University...and having a discussion about favourite flavours with my roomies.
I miss those days!

We had packages of Kool Aid kicking around the house, and while I was surfing the net for something else, I came across a recipe for Kool Aid Slurpees.

My kids love slurpees and so does my husband...but they usually buy them from the local corner store.

I decided to whip up some slurpees to enjoy at home...and bring back an old fav...Kool Aid.

For this drink, you will need:

1 Kool Aid package, any flavour

1/2 cup sugar

A bottle of club soda {or ginger ale would work too!}

Ice

Fruit for garnish, if you like

Straws

Blender

Directions:

In blender, combine Kool Aid package with 1/2 cup sugar and a cup of club soda.

Blend together until mixed and foamy.

Add lots of ice and blend.

{I used the ice crush button on my blender and it worked great!}

Pour the icy mixture into glasses and add a little more club soda to finish off.

Garnish with fresh fruit and add a straw.
{This recipe made 4 full size mason jars [2 cup size]}

I made adorable little straw flags by using the template and instructions at this beautiful blog found here.

You know me....I am all about the cute & pretty!
{If you are looking for striped straws and other sweet party accessories, please visit this Canadian company which carries a terrific assortment: Green Munch}