{"product_id":"annatto","title":"Annatto - annatto extract (E160b)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Food Colouring for Cheese Making\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a touch of golden warmth to your homemade cheeses with our \u003cstrong\u003eAnnatto Liquid 50 ml\u003c\/strong\u003e, a natural colouring extract derived from the seeds of the achiote tree. Traditionally used by cheesemakers across Britain and Europe, annatto gives cheeses like Cheddar, Red Leicester, and Gloucester their distinctive rich hue — without affecting flavour or texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant‑based colouring from annatto seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for cheese making:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for Cheddar, Red Leicester, Double Gloucester, and other hard cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a few drops to milk before renneting for consistent colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood‑grade quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully compliant with UK and EU standards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 ml bottle — suitable for multiple batches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd \u003cstrong\u003e0.5–1 ml per litre of milk\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the desired shade. Mix thoroughly before adding rennet. The colour develops naturally during curd formation and ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater, annatto extract (E160b), potassium hydroxide (for pH balance).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheese Making Ingredients","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57679186329944,"sku":null,"price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/2619\/7080\/files\/Screenshot2026-07-10124707.jpg?v=1783684152","url":"https:\/\/cheesemakinging.com\/products\/annatto","provider":"Cheese Making Ingredients","version":"1.0","type":"link"}