Saracino - Concentrated Gel Food Colour
Saracino - Concentrated Gel Food Colour for Cake Decorating
Gel Food Colouring is a highly concentrated, water-based colouring designed to deliver vibrant and consistent colours in a wide range of cake decorating mediums. Its thick gel consistency allows decorators to achieve strong colours without altering the texture of the product being coloured.
Suitable for both professional cake designers and home bakers, this versatile gel colour works perfectly in sugar paste, buttercream, whipped cream and many other baking applications.
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GLUTEN FREE
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VEGAN FRIENDLY
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KOSHER SUITABLE
Why Use Gel Food Colouring?
Gel colours are widely used in cake decorating because they produce intense colours with only a small amount of product. Unlike liquid colourings, they do not significantly change the consistency of the medium being coloured.
This makes them ideal for precise colouring in professional cake decorating.
They are perfect for:
- Sugar paste and fondant
- Buttercream and whipped cream
- Royal icing
- Modelling paste
- Cake sponge mixtures
Key Features
Highly Concentrated Colour - Produces vibrant, intense colours using only a small amount of gel.
Water-Based Formula - Blends easily with icing, creams and cake mixtures.
Thick Gel Consistency - Allows precise colour control without thinning the product being coloured.
Versatile Application - Suitable for a wide variety of decorating mediums including sugar paste, creams and cake batters.
Dietary Friendly
- Gluten free
- Vegan friendly
- Kosher suitable
How to Use
Add the gel colouring directly to the product you wish to colour.
It can be used with:
- Sugar paste
- Whipped cream
- Buttercream
- Cream fillings
- Icing
- Modelling paste
- Sponge mixtures
Mix thoroughly until the colour is evenly distributed.
Only allowed for use in food production.
Product Characteristics
The gel has a pasty consistency which may vary slightly depending on temperature. Despite this variation, the colour remains highly concentrated and effective.
Perfect For
- Fondant colouring
- Buttercream colouring
- Royal icing
- Cake batter colouring
- Modelling paste
- Professional cake decorating
Ingredients: Water, glucose syrup, sugar, thickener: agar (E406), humectant: glycerol; acidity regulator: citric acid (E330); preservative: potassium sorbate (E202);
Violet: Water, glucose syrup, sugar, thickener: agar; humectant: glycerol; acidity regulator: citric acid; preservative: potassium sorbate; colours: azorubine, brilliant blue FCF. Caution E122: May have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children. Maximum dosage: 15g/kg of finished product.
Green: Water, glucose syrup, sugar, thickener: agar; humectant: glycerol; acidity regulator: citric acid; preservative: potassium sorbate; colours: tartrazine, brilliant blue FCF. Cautions E102: May have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children. Maximum dosage: 5g/kg of finished product.
Light blue: Water, glucose syrup, sugar, thickener: agar; humectant: glycerol; acidity regulator: citric acid; preservative: potassium sorbate; colour: brilliant blue FCF. Maximum dosage: 15g/kg of finished product (cat. 5.4 Reg. 1129/2011).
Light Pink: Water, glucose syrup, sugar, thickener: agar; humectant: glycerol; acidity regulator: citric acid; preservative: potassium sorbate; colour: Allura Red AC. Caution Allura Red AC: May have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children. Maximum dosage: 12 g/kg of finished product (cat. 5.4 Reg. 1129/2011)
Ochre yellow: Water, glucose syrup, sugar, thickener: E406; humectant: E422; acidity regulator: E330; preservative: E202; colours: E102, E110. Cautions E102, E110: May have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children. Maximum dosage: 4 g/kg of finished product.
Coral Red: Water, glucose syrup, sugar, colours: E129, E102; thickener: E406; humectant: E422; acidity regulator: E330, preservative: E202. Cautions E129, E102: May have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children. Maximum dosage: 30 g/kg of finished product.
Turquoise: Glucose syrup, sugar, humectant: E422; water, colours: E133, E102; acidity regulator: E330, thickener: E406; preservative: E202. Caution E102: May have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children. Maximum dosage: 7,5 g/kg of finished product.
Allergens: Possible cross contamination: May contain traces of soybeans.
Cautions: Allowed to be used only for food production purposes. Colours may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children
Storage Precautions: Protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperature exceeding 45°C. Store in a cool and dry place.
Shelf life: Consume within 60 days from the first opening.
Care Instructions
When caring for and cleaning your products, please use warm soapy water and wipe clean only. Abrasive cloths and detergents should not be used. This item is not suitable for the dishwasher and should not be submerged in water.
Although the highest amount of care has been taken to ensure each product is food-safe and ready for you to use, please wash before first use.
Shipping Information
Delivery methods
We have a growing catalogue of ready to send products running parallel to our handmade bespoke service. All products ready to send are despatched next working day via your chosen delivery method.
Made to order and handmade products are indicated by the blue tag at the top of the product information - generally, these are ready to despatch within 3-5 days and they will be sent via your chosen delivery service once made. For rush orders or special requirements, please contact us.
UK Delivery
Within the UK, deliveries will usually take place between 8am and 6pm and all our delivery methods our fully tracked. We offer free UK standard delivery (3-4 days) on orders over £75*. For orders under £75, a £3.95 P&P charge will be applied at checkout. UK orders over £150 benefit from free express delivery (1-2 days).
International Delivery
We ship globally with the majority of orders being despatched via our expedited service with Royal Mail or DHL Express. Orders to the US and Canada can arrive in as little as 2-3 business days, while other international locations take on average 3-5 business days. Please note, delivery times vary depending on your address and are for guidance only.
Returns Policy
We offer the right to return within 14 days of purchase.
You must contact us within 14 days and we must receive your return within 30 days. If 30 days have passed since your purchase, unfortunately we cannot offer you a refund or exchange. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
Please note - return orders may be subject to a £2.00 restock and admin fee. This will be deducted from your refund.
For more information, visit our returns section.
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