COLOUR MILL
Colour Mill Water-Soluble Red Colorant
Red shade, 20 ml bottle for water-based mixtures
Colour Mill Water-Soluble Red evokes iconic lipstick red and juicy Burlat cherries. This water-based food colouring is designed for water-based baking mixtures: royal icing, water-based glazes, syrups, meringues and macarons. It's a regular feature on royal icing cookies for romantic Valentine's Day treats and wedding cake biscuits for the festive season.
20 ml
Volume
Water-soluble
Type
Red
Shade
Features
- Concentrated water-soluble food colouring 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 squeezable dropper bottle for precise dosing
- Colour remains stable once royal icing has dried completely (about 24 hours), with no change in shade
- 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 add to a mixture 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 leave to stand for 15 minutes before adjusting the shade if needed
- To colour chocolate or ganache, use the Colour Mill oil-soluble range, not this water-soluble colouring
Ingredients and allergens
Ingredients: Water, colour: E129, emulsifiers: E433, E405, thickener: E418, preservatives: E211, E202.
Please note: This colouring is water-based: never add it to melted chocolate or ganache, as it may cause the mixture to seize.
Warning: E129 may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children.
Frequently asked questions
Is this colouring suitable for royal icing?
Yes, that's its main use: it's designed for water-based mixtures (royal icing, water-based glazes, syrups, meringues and macarons) and dries without changing shade.
How many drops should I use per 250 g of mixture?
Use 2 to 4 drops for a pastel shade, 5 to 10 drops for a vivid shade, and up to 20 drops for a dark shade. It's best to add the colouring gradually.
There's some separation in the 20 ml bottle. Is that normal?
Yes, slight separation between the pigment and the carrier liquid is normal after prolonged storage. Shake for 10 seconds before each use.
Explore further
- The full Colour Mill range
- Other shades of water-soluble colourings
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.
