{"product_id":"colour-mill-midnight-100ml","title":"Oil-Soluble Food Coloring – Colour Mill Midnight 100ml","description":"\u003clink rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Montserrat:wght@400;500;600;700\u0026amp;display=swap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Montserrat', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif; color: #444444; background-color: #faf7f0; padding: 28px 24px; border-radius: 10px; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; padding: 28px 20px 24px; margin-bottom: 25px; border-bottom: 2px solid #b98b35;\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"color: #b98b35; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 4px; text-transform: uppercase; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eColour Mill\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 22px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 6px 0; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eOil-Soluble Food Colouring - Colour Mill Midnight 100 ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"color: #8a7a55; font-size: 13px; font-style: italic; margin: 0; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eOil-soluble food colouring in Midnight, Pro 100 ml format\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eColour Mill Midnight evokes a starry sky at midnight and dark Chinese ink. This oil-soluble food colouring is designed for fat-based pastry applications: melted white chocolate, butter ganache, buttercream, royal icing and fondant worked with the warmth of your hands. Particularly sought after by cake designers for \u003cstrong\u003echic winter wedding reception wedding cakes\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003egalaxy- or astronomy-themed birthday layer cakes\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers a distinctive shade recognisable from the Colour Mill (Australia) palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eMade in Australia using proprietary pigment encapsulation technology, Colour Mill withstands baking temperatures of up to 180°C without shifting or fading. The Midnight shade remains stable after baking, making it the reference choice for coloured cake batters before they go into the oven. The 100 ml bottle is intended for boutique bakeries in regular production: at the same volume, it costs approximately 35% less per millilitre than the 20 ml bottle, for daily use without frequent reordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fbf9f3; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px 22px; margin-bottom: 25px; display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 18px;\"\u003e\n \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; width: 48px; height: 48px; border-radius: 50%; background-color: #3c4b63; border: 2px solid #e8dcc4; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMidnight shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"color: #8a7a55; font-size: 13px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eOfficial reference from the Colour Mill (Australia) palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fbf9f3; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 18px; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eMidnight: 3 shades depending on the dosage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"color: #8a7a55; font-size: 13px; margin: 0 0 18px 0; font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe shade can be subtly adjusted according to the dosage without losing its identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(3, 1fr); gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; height: 80px; background-color: #495b79; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 2px 0; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eLight dosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 11px; color: #8a7a55;\"\u003e2 to 3 drops \/ 250 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; height: 80px; background-color: #3c4b63; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 2px 0; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eStandard dosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 11px; color: #8a7a55;\"\u003e5 to 8 drops \/ 250 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; height: 80px; background-color: #2e3a4c; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 2px 0; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eIntense dosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 11px; color: #8a7a55;\"\u003e15 to 25 drops \/ 250 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fbf9f3; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 18px; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eCreative ideas with Midnight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"color: #8a7a55; font-size: 13px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; font-style: italic;\"\u003e5 signature uses where this shade makes the difference:\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e Wedding cakes for a chic winter wedding reception\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e Birthday layer cakes with a galaxy or astronomy theme\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e Royal icing cookies with a starry-sky or Halloween theme\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e Drip cakes with a romantic starry-night theme\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e Event cupcakes for a galaxy-themed or New Year's Eve party\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fbf9f3; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 18px; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colour Mill (Australia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concentrated oil-soluble food colouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eShade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midnight\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 ml soft squeeze dropper bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eCompatible bases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melted white chocolate, ganache, buttercream, royal icing, fondant\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eUsual dosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 to 6 drops per 250 g of mixture\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eBaking resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stable up to 180°C; does not lighten after baking\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia (proprietary manufacturing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fbf9f3; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 18px; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003col style=\"padding-left: 22px; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eBase preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e bring the fat-based mixture (white chocolate, ganache, buttercream) to 25–30°C. Above 35°C, some pigments may lose intensity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eInitial dosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e shake the bottle for 10 seconds. Add 2 to 4 drops per 250 g of mixture for pastel shades, 6 to 10 drops for bright shades, and 15 to 25 drops for dark shades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eMixing:\u003c\/strong\u003e whisk with a stand mixer or silicone spatula for 30 to 60 seconds to distribute the colour evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eResting and stabilisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e leave to rest for 30 minutes at room temperature under cling film pressed directly against the surface. The colour develops and fully reveals itself during resting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eOptional adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e if the shade is too pale, add 1 to 3 additional drops and remix. Add gradually to avoid oversaturation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ol\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fbf9f3; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 18px; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eIngredients and compliance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e food-grade vegetable oil base and food colouring pigments compliant with European regulations (EU 1333\/2008).\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e no major allergens declared. Gluten-free, lactose-free, egg-free, peanut-free, soy-free. Suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fbf9f3; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 18px; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e Keep the bottle closed in a cool, dry place away from direct light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e Ideal storage temperature: between 15 and 22°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e Slight pigment\/oil separation is normal after prolonged storage: shake for 10 seconds before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e Once opened, use within 12 months to preserve maximum pigment intensity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fdf5e0; border-left: 4px solid #b98b35; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"color: #8a6624; font-size: 16px; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePatissland Tip - Midnight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"color: #444444; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eMidnight is bluer than Black and darker than Navy; it is the starry midnight blue. For galaxy layer cakes (very trendy among children aged 8–14), Midnight as the base, gold star sprinkles, and Lavender drips create the signature Milky Way effect. For adult Halloween, Midnight + Booster (glow effect) is the chicest option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 18px; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #fbf9f3;\"\u003e\n \u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 18px; cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAt what level of activity does the 100 ml size become cost-effective?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; margin: 0; color: #444444; line-height: 1.6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe 100 ml size becomes worthwhile at around 5 colored orders per week. To get started or simply test a shade, the 20 ml size (see above) remains more suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #fbf9f3;\"\u003e\n \u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 18px; cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHow many drops for 250 g of buttercream?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; margin: 0; color: #444444; line-height: 1.6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eFor 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; it is easier to intensify a color than to lighten it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #fbf9f3;\"\u003e\n \u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 18px; cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDoes Colour Mill food coloring withstand baking?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; margin: 0; color: #444444; line-height: 1.6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eYes, Colour Mill is one of the few oil-based food colorings that retains its intensity after baking at up to 180°C. This property sets it apart from classic liquid food colorings, which become lighter in the oven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #fbf9f3;\"\u003e\n \u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 18px; cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eCan Colour Mill be used on water-based mixtures (royal icing, syrup)?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; margin: 0; color: #444444; line-height: 1.6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eNo, Colour Mill oil-based food coloring is designed for fat-based mixtures: melted chocolate, ganache, buttercream, and fondant. For water-based mixtures, use the Colour Mill water-soluble range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e8dcc4; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #fbf9f3;\"\u003e\n \u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 18px; cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDoes the bottle have a built-in dropper?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; margin: 0; color: #444444; line-height: 1.6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eYes, the 100 ml Colour Mill bottle also has a built-in dropper opening in the soft cap, despite its larger size. A simple squeeze dispenses one precise drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #faf4e5; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2b2b2b; font-size: 18px; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eTo take it further\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"color: #444444; margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eComplete your Colour Mill palette:\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e To expand your palette, complete it with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/colorant-liposoluble-colour-mill-black-20ml\" style=\"color: #8a6624; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOil-Based Food Coloring - Colour Mill Black\u003c\/a\u003e - the ideal complementary shade for gradients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e For your multicolored creations, also add \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/colorant-liposoluble-colour-mill-burgundy-20ml\" style=\"color: #8a6624; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOil-Based Food Coloring - Colour Mill Burgundy\u003c\/a\u003e to your supplies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e And to intensify your bright shades without changing the color, discover \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/colorant-liposoluble-colour-mill-booster-20ml\" style=\"color: #8a6624; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Activator - Colour Mill Booster\u003c\/a\u003e (Colour Mill activator).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"COLOUR MILL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54797004931411,"sku":"CMO100MID","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/midnight.png?v=1788109552","url":"https:\/\/patissland.fr\/en\/products\/colour-mill-midnight-100ml","provider":"Patissland","version":"1.0","type":"link"}