Colour Mill Water-Based Yellow Food Coloring
Yellow shade, 20 ml bottle for water-based mixtures
Colour Mill Water-Based Yellow evokes the midday summer sun and the sunflower. This water-based food coloring is designed for water-based baking mixtures: royal icing, water-based glazes, syrups, meringues, and macarons. It's a popular choice among cake designers for sunny birthday cookies with royal icing, cupcake icing for spring and summer brunches.
20 ml
Volume
Water-soluble
Type
Yellow
Shade
Features
- Concentrated water-soluble food coloring for water-based mixtures: royal icing, water-based glazes, syrups, meringues, macarons
- Not compatible with fat-based mixtures (chocolate, ganache, cocoa butter): water causes chocolate to seize
- 20 ml dropper bottle for precise dosing
- Color remains stable after royal icing has fully dried (about 24 hours), with no change in shade
- Gluten-free, lactose-free, egg-free, peanut-free, 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 let stand for 15 minutes before adjusting the shade if needed
- To color chocolate or ganache, use the Colour Mill oil-based range, not this water-soluble coloring
Ingredients and allergens
Ingredients: Water, color: E102, emulsifiers: E433, E405, thickener: E418, preservatives: E211, E202.
Please note: This coloring 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
Is this coloring suitable for royal icing?
Yes, this is its primary use: it's designed for water-based mixtures (royal icing, water-based glazes, syrups, meringues, macarons) and dries without any change in 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's best to add the coloring gradually.
Is it normal for the contents of the 20 ml bottle to separate?
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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