Flavor Aid

A powdered drink mix

Overview

A packet of cherry-flavored Flavor Aid

Flavor Aid is a powdered drink mix that is available in a variety of flavors. It is similar to other powdered drink mixes such as Kool-Aid. Flavor Aid is known for being an economical option for making flavored beverages at home.

History

Flavor Aid was first introduced in the 1920s by the Jel Sert Company, which is based in West Chicago, Illinois. The product was developed as a convenient and affordable way for families to make flavored drinks by simply adding water and sugar to the powder.

Flavors

Flavor Aid is available in a wide range of flavors, including:

• Cherry
• Grape
• Lemon-Lime
• Orange
• Raspberry
• Strawberry

Each packet of Flavor Aid is designed to be mixed with water and sugar to create a refreshing beverage. The product is often sold in multi-packs containing several different flavors.

Cultural Impact

Flavor Aid gained notoriety due to its association with the Jonestown incident in 1978, where a large group of people died after consuming a drink laced with poison. Although it is often mistakenly reported that Kool-Aid was used, it was actually Flavor Aid that was mixed with the poison.

Comparison with Kool-Aid

Flavor Aid is often compared to Kool-Aid, another popular powdered drink mix. While both products serve the same purpose, Flavor Aid is typically less expensive and is marketed as a budget-friendly alternative. The two products are similar in preparation, requiring the addition of water and sugar to the powder.

Related pages

• Kool-Aid
• Jel Sert Company
• Jonestown