Oil-Based Food Coloring - Colour Mill Violet 20ml

Colour Mill

Oil-Soluble Food Coloring - Colour Mill Violet

Oil-soluble food coloring in Violet, 20 ml format

Colour Mill Violet evokes crystalline amethyst and a violet stormy sky. This oil-soluble food coloring is designed for fat-based pastry applications: melted white chocolate, butter ganache, buttercream, royal icing, and fondant warmed by hand. Particularly sought after by cake designers for magical and witch-themed birthday cupcakes and sophisticated adult Halloween-themed layer cakes, it delivers a distinctive color recognizable 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 Violet color remains stable after baking, making it the go-to option for colored cake batters before they go into the oven. The 20 ml squeeze dropper bottle allows precise dosing for occasional use and color tests, without waste when preparing a small batch.

Violet: 3 shades depending on the dosage

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

Creative ideas with Violet

5 signature uses where this color makes all the difference:

• • Magical and witch-themed birthday cupcakes
• • Sophisticated adult Halloween-themed layer cakes
• • Wedding cakes for gala and evening events
• • Unicorn- or fairy-themed royal icing cookies
• • Mystical-themed or chic Halloween drip cakes

Features

• • Brand: Colour Mill (Australia)
• • Type: Concentrated oil-soluble food coloring
• • Color: Violet
• • Packaging: 20 ml 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 production)

Instructions for use

1. Preparing the base: 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 colour evenly.
4. Resting and stabilisation: leave to rest for 30 minutes at room temperature under cling film pressed directly against the surface. The colour develops and reaches its full intensity during resting.
5. Optional adjustment: if the colour 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 colouring 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.
• • 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 - Violet

Violet is different from Purple: it is bluer and more sophisticated. Ideal for adult Halloween (avoid it for children's Halloween, where more saturated Purple works better). Combine Violet, Black, and Gold luster for a chic witch effect that works for girls' Halloween parties.

Frequently asked questions

Take it further

Complete your Colour Mill palette:

• • To expand your palette, complement it with Oil-Soluble Colorant - Colour Mill Orange - an ideal complementary shade for gradients.
• • For your multicolored creations, also add Oil-Soluble Colorant - 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).