Colour Mill
Water-Soluble Food Coloring - Colour Mill Black
Water-soluble Black food coloring for water-based bases, 20 ml bottle
Colour Mill Water-Soluble Black evokes a starry winter night, jet of an antique jewel. This water-based food coloring is designed for water-based pastry bases: royal icing, water frostings, syrups, meringues, macarons, pastry fondants. Especially sought after for signature decorated royal icing cookies for adult Halloween and chic gothic and royal icing biscuits for gothic wedding cakes or Black Wedding trend, it offers the characteristic Black shade of the Colour Mill palette (Australia) in a water-soluble version.
The Colour Mill water-soluble range complements the historic fat-soluble range: it is designed for WATER-BASED bases (water, syrup, juice) whereas the fat-soluble works with FAT bases (chocolate, ganache, buttercream). 20 ml soft dropper bottle for precise dosing. The color remains stable after complete drying of royal icing (24h), making it the reference option for decorated cookies sold in stores for several days.
Shade Black
Official reference of the Colour Mill palette (Australia).
Black: 3 shades depending on dosage
The shade subtly adjusts according to dosage without losing its identity.
Light dosage
2 to 3 drops / 250 g
Standard dosage
5 to 8 drops / 250 g
Intense dosage
15 to 25 drops / 250 g
Creative ideas with Black (water-based)
5 signature uses for your royal icing and water-based frostings:
- • Signature decorated royal icing cookies for adult Halloween and chic gothic
- • Royal icing biscuits for gothic wedding cakes or Black Wedding trend
- • Modern and sophisticated birthday royal icing cookies
- • Halloween-themed or dark February 14th royal icing cookies
- • Royal icing frostings for event cupcakes, black tie evening or chic reception
Features
- • Brand: Colour Mill (Australia)
- • Type: Concentrated water-soluble food coloring (water-based)
- • Shade: Black
- • Packaging: 20 ml soft dropper bottle
- • Compatible bases: royal icing, water-based icings, syrups, meringues, macarons, pastry fondants
- • NON-compatible bases: melted chocolate, ganache, buttercream, sugar paste (use the liposoluble range)
- • Usual dosage: 2 to 6 drops for 250 g of preparation
- • Origin: Australia (proprietary manufacturing)
Instructions for use
- Base preparation: prepare royal icing, water-based icing, or meringue at room temperature (18-22°C). Never use a base hotter than 35°C to preserve pigments.
- Initial dosage: shake the bottle for 10 seconds. Add 2 to 4 drops for 250 g of preparation for pastel shades, 6 to 10 drops for bright shades, 15 to 25 drops for dark shades.
- Mixing: whisk with a stand mixer or silicone spatula for 30 to 60 seconds to evenly distribute the color.
- Rest and stabilization: cover the bowl with cling film in contact and let rest for 15 minutes at room temperature. The shade develops during resting.
- Possible adjustment: if the shade is too pale, add 1 to 3 additional drops and remix.
Ingredients and compliance
Ingredients: aqueous base and food coloring pigments compliant with European regulations (EU 1333/2008).
Allergens: no major allergens declared. Gluten-free, lactose-free, egg-free, peanut-free, soy-free. Suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.
Storage
- • Keep the bottle closed in a cool, dry place, away from direct light.
- • Ideal storage temperature: between 15 and 22°C.
- • A slight pigment/water separation is normal after prolonged storage: shake for 10 seconds before use.
- • Once opened, use within 12 months to preserve maximum pigment intensity.
Patissland Tip - Black water-soluble
Black is a premium order that requires perfect execution: the slightest smudge is very visible on black. For an intense black without bitter taste, mix 1/3 cocoa powder + 2/3 royal icing + 5-8 drops of Colour Mill Black. Black Weddings have been booming since 2023 among alternative couples aged 30-45.
Frequently asked questions
Difference between hydrosoluble and liposoluble Colour Mill?
Hydrosoluble is designed for AQUEOUS bases: royal icing, water glazes, syrups, meringues. Liposoluble is designed for FATTY bases: chocolate, ganache, buttercream, fondant. The two ranges are not interchangeable; using the wrong type will give disappointing results (separation, lumps, low intensity).
How many drops for 250 g of royal icing?
For pastel shades: 2 to 4 drops. For bright shades: 5 to 10 drops. For dark shades: 12 to 20 drops. Always start with less and adjust gradually.
Can hydrosoluble Colour Mill be used on melted chocolate?
No, water and chocolate do not mix. The colorant would cause the chocolate to seize. To color melted chocolate, use the Colour Mill LIPOSOLUBLE range.
Does the colorant hold after royal icing dries?
Yes, this is the main feature of hydrosoluble Colour Mill: the color remains stable after complete drying (24h) without fading or shifting. Essential for decorated cookies sold in stores several days after making.
Does the bottle have a built-in dropper?
Yes, the Colour Mill 20 ml bottle has a built-in dropper opening in the soft cap. A simple press on the bottle delivers a precise drop.
To go further
Complete your Colour Mill palette:
- • To expand your royal icing palette, complete it with Hydrosoluble Colorant - Colour Mill Burgundy: a complementary shade for decorated cookies.
- • For your multicolored preparations, also add Hydrosoluble Colorant - Colour Mill Navy to your supplies.
- • And for your fatty preparations (chocolate, ganache, fondant), discover the liposoluble equivalent Liposoluble Colorant - Colour Mill Black.
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.
