Colour Mill Merlot Oil-Based Food Coloring 20 ml
Merlot shade, 20 ml bottle for fat-based mixtures
Colour Mill Merlot evokes deep burgundy velvet and a dark evening gown. This concentrated oil-based food coloring is designed for fatty pastry mixtures: melted white chocolate, ganache, buttercream, and fondant warmed by hand. It is a popular choice among cake designers for high-end autumn wedding cakes and anniversary layer cakes (ruby wedding anniversaries, 40 years).
20 ml
Capacity
Oil-based
Type
Merlot
Shade
Features
- Concentrated oil-based food coloring for fatty mixtures: white chocolate, ganache, buttercream, fondant
- 20 ml dropper bottle for precise dosing
- Heat-stable up to 180°C; the shade does not fade in the oven
- Gluten-free, lactose-free, egg-free, peanut-free, soy-free
- Made in Australia using proprietary pigment encapsulation technology
Directions for use
- Shake the bottle for 10 seconds before use and mix into a base at 25 to 30°C
- Typical dosage: 2 to 4 drops per 250 g for a pastel shade, up to 20 drops for a dark shade
- Mix for 30 to 60 seconds, then leave to rest for 30 minutes: the color fully develops as it rests
- Do not use in water-based mixtures (royal icing, syrup): Colour Mill's water-based range is designed for this use
Ingredients and allergens
Ingredients: Humectant: E422, vegetable oil (rapeseed), colors: E172, E120, emulsifiers: E322, E433.
Please note: The 20 ml size is suitable for color testing and occasional use; for regular production, the 100 ml size from the Colour Mill range costs less per ml.
Frequently asked questions
Does this coloring withstand oven baking?
Yes, the shade remains stable up to 180°C and does not fade after baking, unlike many conventional liquid colorings.
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 coloring gradually.
Has the coloring separated in the 20 ml bottle? Is this normal?
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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