The Adventures of Kool-Aid Man
Archie · 1987–1989 · 6 issues
About the series
From 1987 to 1989, Archie Comics published The Adventures of Kool-Aid Man, a six-issue series that brought the iconic, pitcher-shaped mascot to four-color life. Written primarily by Michael Pellowski and drawn by the legendary Dan DeCarlo, the comic followed the red, smiley hero as he burst through walls to help kids solve problems and promote the joys of the sugary drink mix. A charming piece of 1980s licensed pop culture, it stands as a playful, brightly illustrated artifact of its era, showcasing DeCarlo's signature clean style on a decidedly unconventional character.