Gardenia Yellow, derived from the fruits of the Gardenia jasminoides Ellis plant, is widely used as a natural food colorant. Its vibrant yellow hue makes it a popular choice for a variety of food and beverage applications. Here are some common uses of Gardenia Yellow in food: 1. Beverages •  Soft Drinks: Used to color fruit-flavored sodas, energy drinks, and other non-alcoholic beverages.  •  Juices and Nectars: Enhances the visual appeal of fruit juices and nectars.  •  Alcoholic Beverages: Sometimes used in cocktails and other alcoholic drinks to achieve a yellow color.   2. Confectionery •  Candies: Used in gummies, hard candies, and other sweets to provide a yellow color.  •  Gum: Colored chewing gum often uses Gardenia Yellow for its vibrant hue.   3. Dairy Products •  Yogurts: Added to flavored yogurts to enhance their visual appeal.  •  Ice Cream: Used in various flavors of ice cream to achieve a yellow color.  •  Cheese: Sometimes used in processed cheese products to enhance color.