ProGel
Gel Color 25g - Purple / Violet - ProGel
Purple Violet gel food coloring, concentrated 25g bottle
ProGel Purple Violet evokes crystalline amethyst, violet stormy sky. This concentrated gel food coloring in 25 g format is designed for professional pastry chefs and demanding cake design enthusiasts. Especially sought after for girls' birthday cupcakes with princess or unicorn themes and children's or teen Halloween layer cakes, it offers a stable and intense shade with just a few toothpick tips.
ProGel's signature advantage: it is a universal water and oil dye, working equally well on water-based bases (royal icing, water glazes, syrups, meringues, macarons) and fat-based bases (buttercream, ganache, tempered chocolate, pastry fondant, sugar paste). One tube for the entire pastry range, whereas Colour Mill dyes require 2 separate ranges (lipo + hydro). Concentrated 25 g format covering 30 to 50 preparations depending on desired intensity.
Purple Violet shade
Official reference of the ProGel palette by Rainbow Dust (United Kingdom).
Purple Violet: 3 shades depending on dosage
The shade subtly adjusts according to the dosage without losing its identity. ProGel gel is dosed with a toothpick tip for precise control.
Light dosage
1 toothpick tip / 250 g
Standard dosage
2 to 3 tips / 250 g
Intense dosage
5 to 8 tips / 250 g
Discover the other ProGel shades
Click on a swatch to access the detailed sheet. 38 ProGel shades in total.
XXL 100g (pro size)
Pastels
Bright and saturated
Dark and deep
Earthy and neutrals
Creative ideas with Purple Violet
5 signature uses where this shade makes a difference:
- • Girls' birthday cupcakes princess or unicorn theme
- • Layer cakes Halloween for children or teens
- • Cookies with royal icing magical and fairy theme
- • Drip cakes witch or Halloween theme
- • Number cakes for girls' birthdays 8-14 years
Features
- • Brand: ProGel by Rainbow Dust (United Kingdom)
- • Type: General-purpose concentrated gel food coloring
- • Shade: Purple Violet
- • Packaging: Flexible tube 25g
- • Versatility: Water-based AND fat-based (royal icing, glazes, buttercream, ganache, chocolate, fondant, sugar paste)
- • Dosage: 1 to 3 toothpick tips for 250 g of preparation
- • Format: Flexible tube with precise opening for gel dosing
Instructions for use
- Sampling: dip the tip of a clean toothpick into the ProGel and take a small amount. The concentrated gel format is dosed by the tip, not by the drop.
- Initial dosage: place 1 toothpick tip in 250 g of preparation for pastel shades, 2 to 3 tips for bright shades, 5 to 8 tips for dark and saturated shades.
- Incorporation: mix vigorously with a spatula or mixer for 60 seconds to evenly distribute the gel. The gel consistency facilitates lump-free integration.
- Rest and stabilization: cover in contact and let rest for 15 to 30 minutes. The shade develops and fully reveals itself during rest.
- Adjustment: if the shade is too pale, take 1 to 2 additional tips and remix. Always use a clean toothpick to preserve the gel in the tube.
Ingredients and compliance
Composition: humectant gel base (glycerol E422), food coloring pigments compliant with European additive regulations (EU 1333/2008).
Allergens: no major allergens declared. Gluten-free, lactose-free, egg-free, peanut-free, soy-free. Suitable for vegetarian diets.
Storage
- • Keep the tube closed in a cool, dry place, away from direct light.
- • Ideal storage temperature: between 15 and 22°C.
- • Always use a clean toothpick to take the gel: this preserves the tube's lifespan.
- • Once opened, use within 18 months to preserve maximum pigment intensity.
- • Shelf life: refer to the best before date indicated on the tube.
Patissland Tip - Purple Violet
Purple Violet is saturated and works very well for children's orders with Disney princess, Halloween witch, unicorn themes. It is a pop color for kids that does not belong on wedding cakes (prefer Lilac for weddings). For sophisticated adult Halloween, combine with Black and gold lustre.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ProGel and Colour Mill?
ProGel is a general-purpose water and oil gel: it works on all preparations (royal icing, buttercream, chocolate, ganache, fondant, sugar paste). Colour Mill comes in 2 separate ranges: liposoluble (for fat-based) and hydrosoluble (for water-based). ProGel offers versatility in a single tube, Colour Mill offers optimal coloring by base type.
What dosage for 250 g of preparation?
For pastel shades: 1 toothpick tip. For bright shades: 2 to 3 tips. For dark shades: 5 to 8 tips. Always start with less and adjust gradually; it's easier to intensify than to lighten.
Does ProGel gel mix with melted chocolate?
Yes, ProGel is designed to also work with tempered chocolate, unlike classic water-based gel colorants that cause chocolate to crystallize. Add a tip of gel at the end of tempering, at 28-30°C, and gently mix with a spatula.
How many colored preparations per tube?
One ProGel 25g tube covers about 30 to 50 preparations of 250 g depending on the desired intensity. For boutique pastries in regular production, the 25g format is the most economical artisan size.
How to avoid contaminating the tube?
Always use a new toothpick for each sample, never re-dip a toothpick that has been in the preparation. This discipline preserves the tube's lifespan and the gel's purity.
To go further
Complete your Patissland colorant palette:
- • To expand your ProGel palette, complete it with ProGel 25g - Sapphire for your multicolor preparations.
- • For contrasting preparations, also add ProGel 25g - Raspberry to your stock.
- • And for maximum intensity on large orders, also consider ProGel 25g - Black.
- • For coloring specifically optimized according to the type of preparation, also discover our Colour Mill range (60 fat-soluble shades + 27 water-soluble).
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.
