{"product_id":"colorant-hydrosoluble-colour-mill-merlot","title":"Water-Soluble Colorant - Colour Mill Merlot","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\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;\"\u003eWater-Soluble Food Coloring - Colour Mill Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"color: #8a7a55; font-size: 13px; font-style: italic; margin: 0; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eWater-soluble food coloring Merlot shade for water-based bases, 20 ml bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eColour Mill Water-Soluble Merlot evokes deep velvet burgundy, dark ecclesiastical robe. This water-based food coloring is designed for water-based pastry bases: royal icing, water glazes, syrups, meringues, macarons, pastry fondants. Especially sought after for \u003cstrong\u003eroyal icing biscuits for high-end autumn wedding cakes\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eroyal icing cookies for ruby wedding anniversary (40 years)\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers the characteristic Merlot shade of the Colour Mill palette (Australia) in a water-soluble version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe Colour Mill water-soluble range complements the historic fat-soluble range: it is designed for WATER-BASED bases (water, syrup, juice) where the fat-soluble works with FAT bases (chocolate, ganache, buttercream). 20 ml flexible dropper bottle format for precise dosing. The color remains stable after complete drying of royal icing (24h), making it the reference option for decorated biscuits sold in stores for several days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\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: #9d494f; 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;\"\u003eMerlot shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp style=\"color: #8a7a55; font-size: 13px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eOfficial reference of the Colour Mill palette (Australia).\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\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;\"\u003eMerlot: 3 shades depending on dosage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"color: #8a7a55; font-size: 13px; margin: 0 0 18px 0; font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe shade subtly adjusts according to 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: #b1585e; 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: #9d494f; 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: #843d42; 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\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 Merlot (water-based)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"color: #8a7a55; font-size: 13px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; font-style: italic;\"\u003e5 signature uses for your royal icing and water-based glazes:\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 Royal icing biscuits for high-end autumn wedding cakes\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 for ruby wedding anniversary (40 years)\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 autumn and harvest themes\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 decorated with gourmet chic dessert themes\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli style=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d7b36a; font-size: 18px; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e Royal icing glazes for event cupcakes and sophisticated cocktail receptions\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\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 water-soluble food coloring (water-based)\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 Merlot\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 flexible 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 Royal icing, water-based glazes, syrups, meringues, macarons, pastry fondants\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;\"\u003eNON-compatible bases:\u003c\/strong\u003e melted chocolate, ganache, buttercream, fondant (use the liposoluble range)\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 for 250 g of preparation\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\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 prepare royal icing, water glaze, or meringue at room temperature (18-22°C). Never use a hot base above 35°C to preserve pigments.\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 for 250 g of preparation for pastel shades, 6 to 10 drops for bright shades, 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 whip with a stand mixer or silicone spatula for 30 to 60 seconds to evenly distribute the color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003eRest and stabilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e cover the bowl with cling film in contact and let rest for 15 minutes at room temperature. The shade develops during resting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli style=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #2b2b2b;\"\u003ePossible adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e if the shade is too pale, add 1 to 3 additional drops and remix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ol\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\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 aqueous base and food coloring 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\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 A slight pigment\/water 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\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 - Water-soluble Merlot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"color: #444444; margin: 0; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eMerlot is the true red-bordeaux, the signature color of royal icing cookies for refined autumn weddings. More sophisticated than Red, more saturated than Burgundy. Combine with Sage and Mustard for a complete autumn palette. Highly requested for 40th (ruby) and 60th (diamond) wedding anniversaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\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\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;\"\u003eDifference between hydrosoluble and liposoluble Colour Mill?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n            \u003cp style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; margin: 0; color: #444444; line-height: 1.6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe hydrosoluble is designed for AQUEOUS bases: royal icing, water glazes, syrups, meringues. The liposoluble is designed for FATTY bases: chocolate, ganache, buttercream, sugar paste. The two ranges are not interchangeable; using the wrong type will give disappointing results (separation, lumps, low intensity).\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 royal icing?\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.\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 hydrosoluble Colour Mill be used on melted chocolate?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n            \u003cp style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; margin: 0; color: #444444; line-height: 1.6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eNo, water and chocolate do not mix. The colorant would cause the chocolate to seize. To color melted chocolate, use the Colour Mill LIPOSOLUBLE 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 colorant hold after royal icing dries?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n            \u003cp style=\"padding: 0 18px 16px; margin: 0; color: #444444; line-height: 1.6; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eYes, 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.\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 press on the bottle delivers a precise drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\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 go 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 royal icing palette, complete it with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/colorant-hydrosoluble-colour-mill-black\" style=\"color: #8a6624; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHydrosoluble Colorant - Colour Mill Black\u003c\/a\u003e: a complementary shade for decorated cookies.\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 preparations, also add \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/colorant-hydrosoluble-colour-mill-burgundy\" style=\"color: #8a6624; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHydrosoluble Colorant - 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 for your fatty preparations (chocolate, ganache, sugar paste), discover the liposoluble equivalent \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/colorant-liposoluble-colour-mill-merlot-20ml\" style=\"color: #8a6624; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLiposoluble Colorant - Colour Mill Merlot\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"COLOUR MILL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47999960645971,"sku":"CMA20MER","price":6.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/colorant-hydrosoluble-colour-mill-merlot-colour-mill-1.jpg?v=1772150827","url":"https:\/\/patistopsland.com\/en\/products\/colorant-hydrosoluble-colour-mill-merlot","provider":"Patissland","version":"1.0","type":"link"}