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what is kool-aid? Kool-Aid is an American brand of flavored drink mix owned by Kraft Heinz based in Chicago, Illinois. The powder form was created by Edwin Perkins in 1927 based upon a liquid concentrate named Fruit Smack.

kool aid facts:

• Kool-Aid was invented in 1927 by Edwin Elijah Perkins in Hastings, Nebraska. Initially, it was called "Fruit Smack" before being renamed for FDA reasons. The company later moved its headquarters to Chicago, Illinois in 1931. 
• The first Kool-Aid flavor was cherry. It was one of the original six flavors introduced in 1927, along with grape, lemon-lime, orange, raspberry, and strawberry.
• The Kool-Aid Man was invented in 1954 by Marvin Potts as "Pitcher Man," the mascot for the Kool-Aid drink brand. The character was later given arms, legs, and the famous catchphrase "Oh, yeah!" in 1974, transforming it into the modern version of the Kool-Aid Man.
• The first Kool-Aid flavor was cherry. It was one of the original six flavors introduced in 1927, along with grape, lemon-lime, orange, raspberry, and strawberry.
• Kool-Aid grew in popularity through the ensuing decades, its Brand swelling in popularity including commercials, comic books, and even a video game for the Brand's popular mascot: the Kool-Aid Man. Beyond the product and its appealing price point, the success of the Kool-Aid Brand is one of consistency.