Colour Mill Oil Based Colouring 20ml NAVY

Colour Mill Oil Based Colouring in NAVY is a deeply pigmented, oil-based food colour that delivers a rich, true navy blue shade to buttercream, chocolate, ganache and other fat-based mediums. As part of the renowned Colour Mill range, this 20ml bottle uses a concentrated formula that blends smoothly without altering the consistency of your icing. Navy is a versatile colour for elegant wedding cakes, nautical-themed designs and sophisticated celebration cakes where a classic deep blue is required.

Key Details

• Colour: Navy (deep navy blue)
• Size: 20ml
• Brand: Colour Mill
• Format: Oil-based concentrated food colour
• Suitable for: Buttercream, Swiss meringue buttercream, ganache, compound chocolate and whipped cream
• Not suitable for: Royal icing or water-based applications (use Colour Mill Aqua range instead)
• Coverage: A small amount produces deep colour. Add gradually for lighter shades

Best For

• Colouring buttercream navy blue for nautical, wedding and formal celebration cakes
• Achieving a deep, rich blue in chocolate ganache and chocolate drip
• Colour Mill-coloured Korean buttercream flower work in navy and midnight blue tones
• Combining with Colour Mill White to create lighter dusty blue and slate shades

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a true navy blue in buttercream?

Achieving a deep navy blue in buttercream requires a high-quality, concentrated oil-based colour like Colour Mill Navy. Add the colour gradually and mix thoroughly after each addition. Allow the coloured buttercream to rest for 30 minutes after mixing as colours often deepen slightly as they sit. Using a white base buttercream with no yellow tones (such as Crisco-based or white shortening buttercream) will produce the truest navy result.

Can I use Colour Mill oil colours in chocolate?

Yes, Colour Mill oil-based colours are specifically formulated to work in fat-based mediums, including compound chocolate, couverture chocolate, candy melts and ganache. They will not cause chocolate to seize, as water-based food colours can. Add the colour to your melted chocolate gradually and stir well to combine.

Browse our full Colour Mill oil-based food colouring range and food colouring collection, or explore our complete cake decorating supplies. See our buttercream guide and fondant coverage chart for planning your cake designs.