Caramel.
Continue to heat, with constant stirring, until the mass has again become liquefied. Keep on a slow fire until the mass becomes very dark; then remove the kettle from the fire and pour in slowly 3 pints of boiling water. Set the kettle back on the fire and permit contents to boil for a short time, then remove, and cool. Add simple syrup to produce any required consistency.
Blue.—
| I.— | Indigo carmine | 1 part |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 20 parts |
Indigo carmine may usually be obtained commercially;
II.—Tincture of indigo also makes a harmless blue. {703}
Sap Blue.—
| Dark blue | 3 parts |
| Grape sugar | 1 part |
| Water | 6 parts |