Colour Mill Orange Water-Based Colouring
Orange shade, 20 ml bottle for water-based mixtures
Colour Mill Water-Based Orange evokes the peel of blood oranges and autumn pumpkins. This water-based food colouring is designed for water-based baking mixtures: royal icing, water-based glazes, syrups, meringues and macarons. It is a popular choice among cake designers for signature Halloween royal icing cookies, autumn-themed cupcake icing and harvest bakes.
20 ml
Volume
Water-soluble
Type
Orange
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 dropper bottle for precise dosing
- Colour remains stable after 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
How to 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 and leave to stand for 15 minutes before adjusting the shade if needed
- To colour chocolate or ganache, use the Colour Mill oil-based range, not this water-soluble colouring
Ingredients and allergens
Ingredients: Water, colour: E110, 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 can cause the mixture to seize.
Warning: E110 may have adverse effects on activity and attention in children.
Frequently asked questions
Is this colouring suitable for royal icing?
Yes, that is its primary use: it is 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 vibrant shade, and up to 20 drops for a dark shade. It is best to add the colouring gradually.
Is it normal for the contents to separate in the 20 ml bottle?
Yes, slight separation between the pigment and carrier liquid is normal during prolonged storage: shake for 10 seconds before each use.
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