Americolor Soft Gel Paste Food Color, 4.5-Ounce, Navy Blue

The Americolor Soft Gel Paste Food Color in Navy Blue seems to be a versatile food coloring option for various types of icing and frostings. Customers have successfully used it to color cream cheese icing, regular frosting, and fondant without any issues. However, it is important to note that this gel color is water-based and is not suitable for coloring chocolate or candy. Users recommend using oil-based candy coloring for such projects. When it comes to achieving the desired Navy Blue color, some users found that they needed to use a significant amount of the gel color, which could potentially alter the flavor of the final product. Overall, it appears that this food coloring works well for smaller baked goods like macarons, where a small amount is needed. For larger cakes, achieving the Navy Blue color may require more effort and potentially altering the baking method, such as using the microwave method. Customers have had mixed experiences with the taste of the food coloring. Some reported a bitter and metallic taste initially, but found that it dissipated after the icing dried overnight. Others did not notice any taste issues. It is recommended to taste-test the icing before using it if the taste is a concern. In terms of reception, the Americolor Soft Gel Paste Food Color in Navy Blue has received positive reviews, with customers praising its vibrant color and the fact that it did not alter the taste or texture of their baked goods. However, there have also been negative reviews, with some customers experiencing issues such as their chocolate going bad after using this coloring.