Rainbow Dust - ProGel
25 g Gel Food Colouring - Black - ProGel
Black gel food colouring, concentrated 25 g tube
ProGel Black evokes a starry winter night, the jet-black hue of an antique jewel. This concentrated 25 g gel food colouring is designed for professional pastry chefs and discerning cake design enthusiasts. Particularly sought after for signature adult Halloween drip cakes and chic gothic designs and gothic wedding cakes or on-trend black weddings, it delivers a stable, intense colour with just a few toothpick tips.
ProGel's signature advantage: it is a general-purpose water- and oil-compatible colouring, working equally well with water-based products (royal icing, water-based icings, syrups, meringues, macarons) and fat-based products (buttercream, ganache, tempered chocolate, pastry fondant, sugar paste). One tube is enough for the entire pastry range, whereas other colourings require two separate ranges depending on the base used. The concentrated 25 g format covers 30 to 50 preparations depending on the desired intensity.
Features
25 g
Format
1 to 8 tips
Dosage / 250 g
Water & oil
Versatility
ProGel Black Dosage Guide
The shade can be adjusted according to the dosage without losing its character. The gel is measured by toothpick tip for precise control. This shade belongs to the Rainbow Dust ProGel range, which includes 38 shades in total.
| Light dosage | 1 toothpick tip / 250 g |
| Standard dosage | 2 to 3 tips / 250 g |
| Intense dosage | 5 to 8 tips / 250 g |
Uses
- Signature adult Halloween and chic gothic drip cakes
- Gothic wedding cakes or Black Wedding trend designs
- Modern, sophisticated birthday layer cakes
- Royal icing cookies with a Halloween or dark Valentine's Day theme
Please note: Black is a premium-order shade that requires flawless execution: the slightest smudge is highly visible on black. For an intense black without a bitter taste, combine 1/3 cocoa powder + 2/3 base + 1 tip of ProGel Black. Black Weddings have been booming since 2023 among alternative couples aged 30–45.
Complete Technical Data
| Brand | ProGel by Rainbow Dust (United Kingdom) |
| Shade | Black |
| Net weight | 25 g squeeze tube |
| Type | General-purpose concentrated gel food colouring |
| Versatility | Water- and fat-based products: royal icing, icings, buttercream, ganache, chocolate, fondant, sugar paste |
| Dosage | 1 toothpick tip per 250 g for a pastel shade, up to 5 to 8 tips for a dark shade |
| Ingredients | Humectant gel base (glycerol E422), food colouring pigments compliant with European regulations on additives (EU 1333/2008) |
| Allergens | No major declared allergens. Gluten-free, lactose-free, egg-free, peanut-free, soy-free. Suitable for vegetarian diets. |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from light, between 15 and 22 °C. Once opened, use within 18 months. Always take out with a clean toothpick. |
Frequently Asked Questions
For which occasion should you choose the Black shade?
Event cupcakes for a black-tie evening or chic reception. This is one of the uses where this shade makes a particularly striking difference.
Can ProGel gel be mixed with melted chocolate?
Yes, ProGel is designed to work with tempered chocolate too, unlike classic water-based gel colourings, which cause chocolate to seize. Add the gel tip at the end of tempering, at 28–30 °C, and mix gently with a spatula.
How can you avoid contaminating the tube?
Always use a new toothpick for each portion, and never dip a toothpick that has already been used in the preparation back into the tube. This practice preserves the tube's shelf life and the purity of the gel.
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.
