COLOUR MILL
Colour Mill Sand Water-Based Food Coloring
Sand shade, 20 ml bottle for water-based mixtures
Colour Mill Water-Based Sand evokes a sunset dune and a deserted beach. This water-based food coloring is designed for water-based baking mixtures: royal icing, water-based glazes, syrups, meringues, and macarons. It's often used on royal icing biscuits for wedding cakes with nature and boho themes, and on cupcake icing for chic nomadic-themed events.
20 ml
Capacity
Water-soluble
Type
Sand
Shade
Features
- Concentrated water-soluble food coloring for water-based mixtures: royal icing, water-based glazes, syrups, meringues, and macarons
- Not suitable for fat-based mixtures (chocolate, ganache, cocoa butter): water causes chocolate to seize
- 20 ml squeeze bottle with dropper for precise dosing
- Shade remains stable once the royal icing has fully dried (about 24 hours), with no change in tone
- Gluten-free, lactose-free, egg-free, peanut-free, and soy-free; suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets
Directions for use
- Shake the bottle before use and mix into a base at room temperature (18 to 22°C)
- Typical dosage: 2 to 4 drops per 250 g for a pastel shade, up to 20 drops for a dark shade
- Mix, then let stand for 15 minutes before adjusting the shade if needed
- To color chocolate or ganache, use the Colour Mill oil-based range, not this water-soluble coloring
Ingredients and allergens
Ingredients: Water, color: E172, emulsifiers: E433, E405, thickener: E418, preservatives: E211, E202.
Please note: This coloring is water-based: it should never be added to melted chocolate or ganache, as it may cause the mixture to seize.
Frequently asked questions
Does the color hold after the icing has fully dried?
Yes, the shade remains stable after the royal icing has fully dried, about 24 hours, making it suitable for decorated biscuits sold several days after they are made.
How much should I use for a highly saturated shade?
Start with 5 to 10 drops per 250 g of mixture and adjust in increments of 2 to 3 drops until you reach the desired shade, letting it rest between additions.
Does the 20 ml bottle have a dropper?
Yes, the soft cap has a dropper opening: a light squeeze dispenses one precise drop.
Explore further
- The full Colour Mill range
- Other shades of water-soluble food coloring
Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
