Pantry & condiments
Vegan alternative to cochineal-coloured drinks
Short answer
Beetroot or hibiscus-coloured drinks is the best all-round replacement for cochineal-coloured drinks — reds and pinks. N/A.
Why cochineal-coloured drinks isn't vegan
Coloured with insect-derived E120.
Best vegan substitutes
| Substitute | Best for |
|---|---|
| Beetroot or hibiscus-coloured drinks | Reds and pinks |
| Anthocyanin (purple carrot) colours | Stable red |
Conversion ratio
N/A.
Pro tip
E120, carmine, cochineal and 'natural red 4' are all the same insect dye.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the best vegan alternative to cochineal-coloured drinks?
- Beetroot or hibiscus-coloured drinks is the closest all-round swap — reds and pinks. N/A.
- Why isn't cochineal-coloured drinks vegan?
- Coloured with insect-derived E120.
- How much do I use instead of cochineal-coloured drinks?
- N/A.
- Any tips for getting it right?
- E120, carmine, cochineal and 'natural red 4' are all the same insect dye.
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