{"product_id":"colorant-liposoluble-colour-mill-midnight","title":"Oil-Soluble Food Colorant – Colour Mill Midnight 20ml","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 Coloring - Colour Mill Midnight\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"color: #8a7a55; font-size: 13px; font-style: italic; margin: 0; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eOil-soluble food coloring in Midnight shade, 20 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 India ink. This oil-soluble food coloring is designed for the fatty bases used in baking: melted white chocolate, butter ganache, buttercream, royal icing, and fondant softened by hand warmth. Particularly sought after by cake designers for \u003cstrong\u003echic winter evening wedding cakes\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebirthday layer cakes with a galaxy or astronomy theme\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers a distinctive shade recognizable 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 lightening. The Midnight shade remains stable after baking, making it the go-to option for colored cake batters before going into the oven. The 20 ml soft squeeze dropper bottle allows precise dosing for occasional use and shade testing, without waste when preparing small batches.\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 according to 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 all 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 evening wedding\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 Party cupcakes with a galaxy or New Year's Eve theme\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 coloring\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 20 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, sugar paste\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;\"\u003ePreparing the base:\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 vibrant 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 in direct contact with the mixture. The colour develops and reaches its full intensity during resting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli style=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eOptional adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e if the colour is too pale, add 1 to 3 additional drops and remix. Proceed in increments 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\u003eIngredients:\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 closed bottle 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 a 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 (luminous effect) is the most elegant 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;\"\u003eIs the 20 ml size sufficient for regular use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; margin: 0; color: #444444; line-height: 1.6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eExpect approximately 30 to 50 colored batches from a 20 ml bottle, depending on the dosage. For regular professional use, the 100 ml size (see above) costs approximately 35% less per milliliter.\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 gradually adjust; intensifying is easier than lightening.\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 standard liquid 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 ingredients (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 ingredients: melted chocolate, ganache, buttercream, and fondant. For water-based ingredients, 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 Colour Mill 20 ml bottle has a built-in dropper opening in the soft cap. 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;\"\u003eTake 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;\"\u003eColour Mill Oil-Based Food Coloring - 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;\"\u003eColour Mill Oil-Based Food Coloring - 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;\"\u003eColour Mill Color Booster\u003c\/a\u003e (Colour Mill booster).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"COLOUR MILL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39654846005290,"sku":"CMO20MID","price":6.19,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/colorant-liposoluble-colour-mill-midnight-colour-mill-1.jpg?v=1772140499","url":"https:\/\/pitisslind.com\/en\/products\/colorant-liposoluble-colour-mill-midnight","provider":"Patissland","version":"1.0","type":"link"}