Liposoluble Colorant - Colour Mill Red

Colour Mill

Oil-Soluble Food Coloring - Colour Mill Red

Oil-soluble food coloring in Red, 20 ml format

Colour Mill Red evokes iconic Chanel lipstick and juicy Burlat cherries. This oil-soluble food coloring is designed for the fatty bases used in baking: melted white chocolate, butter ganache, buttercream, royal icing, and fondant shaped with the warmth of your hands. Particularly sought after by cake designers for traditional and romantic February 14 layer cakes and end-of-year wedding cakes or festive receptions, it delivers the distinctive, recognizable shade from the Colour Mill palette (Australia).

Made in Australia using proprietary pigment encapsulation technology, Colour Mill withstands baking temperatures of up to 180°C without shifting or fading. The Red shade remains stable after baking, making it the go-to choice for colored cake batters before they go 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.

Red: 3 shades depending on the dosage

The shade can be subtly adjusted according to the dosage without losing its identity.

Creative ideas with Red

5 signature uses where this shade makes a difference:

• • Layer cakes for a traditional and romantic February 14
• • Wedding cakes for an end-of-year wedding or festive reception
• • Royal icing cookies in the shape of a heart or red rose
• • Drip cakes for glamorous and sensual-themed birthdays
• • Cupcakes for an elegant end-of-year event evening

Features

• • Brand: Colour Mill (Australia)
• • Type: Concentrated oil-soluble food coloring
• • Shade: Red
• • Packaging: 20 ml soft squeeze dropper bottle
• • Compatible bases: Melted white chocolate, ganache, buttercream, royal icing, fondant
• • Usual dosage: 2 to 6 drops per 250 g of mixture
• • Baking resistance: Stable up to 180°C; does not lighten after baking
• • Origin: Australia (proprietary manufacturing)

Instructions for use

1. Base preparation: bring the fat-based mixture (white chocolate, ganache, buttercream) to 25–30°C. Above 35°C, some pigments may lose intensity.
2. Initial dosage: shake the bottle for 10 seconds. Add 2 to 4 drops per 250 g of mixture for pastel shades, 6 to 10 drops for vivid shades, and 15 to 25 drops for dark shades.
3. Mixing: whisk with a stand mixer or silicone spatula for 30 to 60 seconds to distribute the color evenly.
4. Resting and stabilization: let rest for 30 minutes at room temperature under plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface. The shade develops and fully reveals itself during resting.
5. Optional adjustment: if the shade is too pale, add 1 to 3 additional drops and remix. Proceed in increments to avoid oversaturation.

Ingredients and compliance

Composition: food-grade vegetable oil base and food color pigments compliant with European regulations (EU 1333/2008).

Allergens: no major allergens declared. Gluten-free, lactose-free, egg-free, peanut-free, and soy-free. Suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.

Storage

• • Keep the bottle closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• • Ideal storage temperature: between 15 and 22°C.
• • Slight pigment/oil 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 - Red

Red is the quintessential color for February 14 and the holiday season. For a deep red effect, add 1 drop of Burgundy to Red to intensify the tone without turning it orange. Combined with Black, it creates a sophisticated grown-up black rose effect for girls' nights and glamorous events.

Frequently asked questions

Take it further

Complete your Colour Mill palette:

• • To expand your palette, complement it with Oil-Based Food Coloring - Colour Mill Orange - an ideal complementary shade for gradients.
• • For your multicolored creations, also add Oil-Based Food Coloring - Colour Mill Fuchsia to your supplies.
• • And to intensify your bright shades without changing the color, discover Color Activator - Colour Mill Booster (Colour Mill activator).