Patriotic Drink for Kids
Celebrate the red, white, and blue with this vibrant Patriotic Drink for Kids—a festive treat that's as easy to make as it is fun to enjoy! Using simple ingredients like red fruit punch, clear soda or lemonade, and blue sports drink, this layered beverage creates a stunning tri-color effect that's perfect for summer barbecues, Fourth of July celebrations, or Memorial Day gatherings. The secret lies in carefully layering the drinks by sugar density using a spoon and plenty of ice, ensuring each color stays delightfully distinct. Ready in just 10 minutes and bursting with refreshing flavors, this no-cook drink is a crowd-pleaser for kids and offers a visually striking addition to your party table. Serve with a festive straw and let the patriotic party begin!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Red fruit punch (e.g., cherry or tropical punch)
- 1 cup Clear soda or lemonade (e.g., Sprite or 7-Up)
- 1 cup Blue sports drink (e.g., blue raspberry Gatorade)
- 1 tray Ice cubes
Instructions
Gather all ingredients and ensure they are chilled for best results.
Fill a tall, clear glass about 1/3 of the way with ice cubes. Layering works best with plenty of ice to slow the mixing of liquids.
Slowly pour the red fruit punch into the glass until it fills the bottom 1/3. Pour carefully to avoid splashing onto the ice.
Next, grab the clear soda or lemonade and slowly pour it over the back of a spoon to layer it above the red layer. Fill the glass another 1/3 of the way. The drink with lower sugar content (density) will float above the red fruit punch.
Finally, repeat the spoon trick to gently pour the blue sports drink on top, finishing the last 1/3 of the glass. This layer will sit on top due to its slightly higher sugar content than the clear soda or lemonade.
Serve immediately with a festive straw or without stirring to preserve the brilliant visual layers. Enjoy your cool, patriotic drink!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 118 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 63 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
