COLOUR MILL
Colour Mill Lemon Water-Soluble Colouring
Lemon shade, 20 ml bottle for water-based mixtures
Colour Mill Water-Soluble Lemon evokes the zest of a sweet lemon and the gentle sunshine of spring. This water-based food colouring is designed for water-based baking mixtures: royal icing, water-based glazes, syrups, meringues and macarons. It is a natural fit for royal icing on cupcakes for a spring brunch, as well as cheerful, bright citrus cookies for a child's birthday.
20 ml
Volume
Water-soluble
Type
Lemon
Shade
Features
- Concentrated water-soluble food colouring for water-based mixtures: royal icing, water-based glazes, syrups, meringues and macarons
- Not compatible with fat-based mixtures (chocolate, ganache, cocoa butter): water causes chocolate to seize
- 20 ml squeeze bottle with dropper for precise dosing
- Colour remains stable after the 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 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 and leave to stand for 15 minutes before adjusting the shade if needed
- To colour chocolate or ganache, use Colour Mill's oil-soluble range, not this water-soluble colouring
Ingredients and allergens
Ingredients: Water, colour: E102, 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: E102 may have adverse effects on activity and attention in children.
Frequently asked questions
Can this colouring be used in melted chocolate?
No: this colouring is water-soluble and water-based. In chocolate or ganache, water causes the fat to seize. For these mixtures, use Colour Mill's oil-soluble range.
Should I adjust the dosage according to the amount of mixture?
Yes, the dosage given is for 250 g of mixture: double or triple the number of drops proportionally for larger quantities.
How should I store the 20 ml bottle after opening?
Close it tightly after each use, store it away from light at 15 to 22°C, and use it within 12 months to preserve the intensity of the pigments.
Explore further
- The full Colour Mill range
- Other shades in water-soluble food 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.
