![]() If you will be making candy regularly, it’s worth it to invest in a nicer thermometer. You can buy an inexpensive one from the grocery store ( like this model). Candy thermometer Not optional! A candy thermometer is the #1 tool you will need to make perfect rock candy.Liquid food coloring (ie, the type found in most grocery stores) might not produce the color results you’re after. Blue gel food coloring: I always make my candy with Americolor Sky Blue gel coloring, and feel confident recommending this brand and color.See the Flavoring section below for a list of clear flavoring suggestions. Brown extracts like vanilla will give your candy a yellowish tinge. Clear flavoring extract: If getting a blue color, like on the show, is important to you, you’ll want to be sure you’re using clear flavoring extract.If your sugar package does not specify, chances are that it is beet sugar or a mix of both. My strong preference is to use 100% cane sugar - in my experience, this gives more reliable, consistent results. ![]() Some granulated sugar is made from cane sugar, and some comes from beets. ![]()
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