Organics Studio Alanine - 55ml Bottled Ink
Due to the amount of particulate in this ink used to achieve the sparking look, you may experience restricted ink flow in some of your pens. We recommend shaking the ink thoroughly before filling and gently rolling the pen in your hands often to keep the shimmer effect consistent. This will also help prevent clogging. You will also want to be diligent about cleaning and maintaining your pen when using this ink.
- Condition
- New
- Brand
- Organics Studio
- Type
- Bottled Ink
- Color
- Turquoise
- Bottle Material
- Plastic
- Fast Drying
- No
- Fluorescent
- No
- Shimmer
Whether or not the ink contains glittery particles.
- Yes
- Freeze Resistant
Whether or not an ink is specially formulated to better withstand freezing temperatures.
- No
- Volume
- 55ml
- Iron Gall
Ink made from iron salts and tannic acids. Though quite permanent and waterproof, these inks are typically known for causing chemical corrosion to metal pen parts (especially the nib) and should be used sparingly or with less-valuable pens.
- No
- Lubricated
Whether or not an ink is specially formulated to increase flow in your pen.
- No
- Pigmented
Whether or not the ink contains finely-ground solid particles in liquid suspension.
- No
- Scented
- No
- Water Resistant
Whether or not the ink, once dried on the paper, will resist being washed away with water.
- No
Customer Reviews
I ordered this ink based on a sample I had received and really liked it. Initially I noticed with a nice wet nib (M or wider) there was a deep red sheen that is not seen when the ink dries quickly (drier nib or more absorbent paper). This time I noticed the ink also has a silver shimmer in it, again not appearing on finer, drier nibs. Currently have it loaded in an Edison M nib pen and the results provide a dark teal with dark red sheen and silver shimmer. Very pretty. It is different from most of the samples on the web site. If you like sheen and shimmer on the right papers you will love this ink.
Great ink, I'm glad to have gotten it when it was restocked! If you are not getting a color change flood the letter a little more, a small pool shines beautifully when dried!!
easy to use love the color
I love this ink! It's much darker than the images would have you believe, way more dark teal than turquoise, but it's nonetheless extremely beautiful. The red sheen is very noticeable on the right paper, and the shimmer is super subtle. I prefer my shimmer a little muted, so this is right up my alley, but if you're looking for a sparkly smack in the face you may want to look elsewhere. It's not water resistant at all, so keep in mind that the slightest bit of wetness will make it smear. This doesn't bother me at all, but I can see it being a deal-breaker for some.My only true criticism has nothing to do with the ink. It's the bottle. A little more flair in the presentation would be nice, as it doesn't look great on my desk. I'll live, though.Overall, a very pretty ink that's perfect for me, but might not be right for everyone.
This ink is not the color you see on website and shimmer is not visible on the page. It is much more teal than turquoise. I fell in love with Walden and was hopeful this would have similar shimmer qualities but it does not. The color is pretty but just not what was expected.
FAQs about Bottled Ink
Which pens can accept this ink?
Any of these fountain pens will work with bottled ink. Typically, as long as the pen can be filled with a converter, has a built-in filling mechanism like a piston, or can be eyedropper-filled, it can accept bottled ink.
What is shading, sheening, or shimmering ink?
Shading - A common (and often desired) result of a fountain pen ink pooling in certain parts of a letter when writing, so that the color and saturation of the ink appears different within a single letter or word. This characteristic cannot be achieved with ballpoint or rollerball pens and is a very appealing aspect of fountain pen use for those particularly drawn to all the pretty ink colors.
Sheen - Characteristic of a fountain pen ink where when ink pools another color can be seen on top of the ink, especially when looked at in different light angles using certain paper types. There is no way to guarantee an ink will sheen, but using a larger nib on a pen will help obtain sheening results in your writing.
Shimmering - Fountain pen ink that has small particles of glitter mixed in.
Is shimmering ink safe to use in fountain pens?
Yes! Shimmering ink is a great way to add some flare to your writing. We have found that a larger nib will showcase more shimmering particles while writing, but you can use any nib size and shimmering ink. All the ink we sell is safe for use in fountain pens.
You can learn more in our blog: How to Write with Shimmering Ink.
My ink smells funny, is it safe to use?
Generally yes! Ink does not smell good- it usually has a chemical smell, along with other scents such as sulfur, rubber, chemicals or even paint. However, as long as you’re not seeing anything floating in the ink, it should be safe to use.
It’s cold and my ink froze; is it safe to use?
Yes, frozen ink will not hurt your pen (after it’s thawed of course!) The issue with ink freezing is primarily a concern because certain glass bottles could break as the water-based ink expands, and then you’d have a mess!
What is your return policy for bottled ink?
We do not accept returns for ink that has been used. Otherwise, we accept returns on unused ink products for up to 30 days from purchase. You can read all our Return Policies here.
To initiate a return, please submit a request at the Return Portal. Our Customer Care team might reach out to you for more information.