How to Make Colored Ice

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Colored ice is a neat variation on the standard no-color ice. It can be used in drinks, added to the punch bowl or even played with to keep the little ones cool.

Ingredients

  • Water
  • Food coloring (color of choice)
Method 1
Method 1 of 2:

Standard Colored Ice Cubes

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    Make sure you don't put too much water in, or else it will overflow and it will not work.
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    The food coloring can be any color you want. The more drops you put in the darker it will be.
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    Make sure no water spills out and the tray is in a secure place so it doesn't tip.
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    The larger the ice cube tray, the longer the wait.
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    Once you are sure the ice is completely frozen, take it out of the freezer and carefully remove the ice from the tray.
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Method 2
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Giant Colored Ice Cubes

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    This could be a cake bowl, a cake mold or other large container that can be placed in the freezer. Add a desired amount of water.
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    Use color liquid food coloring, food dye or any other non-toxic food coloring.
    • The more squirts/drops/amounts added, the darker the ice will look.
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    Ensure that the food coloring is completely dissolved.
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    Place in the freezer; take care not to spill it, as the coloring can stain any surfaces it falls on, including the freezer plastic.
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    Check how the giant colored ice cube is freezing every hour or so.
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    Tip it out of the bowl for use
    • The ice may crack; this is normal.
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    Dump it into a large punch bowl or give it to the kids or dogs to enjoy.
    • You can even draw on pavement with a giant ice cube.
    • Toss a giant colored ice cube around in the snow for a really fun toy that's easy to keep finding again. It'll last for ages.
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    Can I use paint to make the colored water? I want to play with the ice.
    Qamar
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    Yes, you can. Just be sure you don't eat the ice. For more tips on ice painting, check out this guide.
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    Does soda color ice?
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    Yes, it does. You can use any kind of soda or soft drink that's colored. It also adds a nice flavor to it.
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      • Ice cube tray(s)
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