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How to Make Colored Rice - Alcohol or Vinegar

Making colored rice with alcohol or vinegar is an easy way to create vibrant, sensory-rich materials for play. Just a few simple steps and you'll have colorful rice ready for countless creative activities.
Author Monique B

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of rice
  • food coloring
  • 1 tablespoon of either vinegar or rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer
  • Ziploc bags
  • tray

Instructions

  • Add 1 tablespoon of rubbing alcohol (or vinegar/hand sanitizer) and food coloring to a Ziploc bag.
  • Add 1 cup of rice to the bag, seal it, and shake to mix.
  • Spread rice on a lined baking sheet to dry for 1+ hours.
  • Once dry, store for play!