Coffee Essence Oil Based Flavouring 20ml (not clear)

Caroline's Coffee Essence is an oil-based flavouring that delivers a bold, roasted coffee flavour to your bakes without the risks of alcohol-based extracts. The oil carrier blends directly into buttercream, ganache, and chocolate without causing seizing or separation — bringing a rich coffee character to everything from mocha cakes to tiramisu-inspired desserts. Please note this product is not clear in colour.

Key Details

• Size: 20ml
• Type: Oil-based flavouring (not clear)
• Concentration: Highly concentrated — a little goes a long way
• Suitable for: Buttercream, ganache, dark and white chocolate, cakes, biscuits
• Brand: Caroline's

Best For

• Coffee buttercream for mocha cakes, cupcakes, and layered sponges
• Coffee-flavoured ganache for drip cakes and chocolate truffles
• Tiramisu-inspired cake layers, mousses, and dessert cups
• Espresso-flavoured biscuits, shortbread, and coffee slice

Frequently Asked Questions

How much Caroline's essence should I use?

Start with 1/4 to 1/2 tsp per cupcake batch or per 500g of buttercream. Oil-based essences are highly concentrated, so it is best to start with less and adjust to taste.

What's the difference between an essence and an extract?

Oil-based essences like Caroline's use an oil carrier rather than alcohol. This makes them a better choice for chocolate, ganache, and buttercream — alcohol-based extracts can cause chocolate to seize and may create separation in fat-based mixtures.

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