At Calico Cottage, we have painstakingly tested dozens of flavorings and colorings to find the ones that make our fudge taste its absolute creamiest and richest. Flavoring is far more complicated chemistry than it seems and flavor quality and strength varies depending on the manufacturer and the formulation. And that’s not all. Color can enhance the appearance of fudge, but too much color looks artificial. The wrong color makes it look unappetizing. To obtain the best taste and coloring possible use Calico’s carefully selected flavorings and colorings in the quantities specified by each recipe.