Ink Review #922 Redux: Diamine Fire Embers

Diamine Fire Embers was first released as part of the 2019 Inkvent Calendar, but is now available on its own as part of the Blue Collection. You can find this ink for sale at Pen Chalet (aff. link) or Vanness Pens.

The color:

Fire Embers is a dark red orange.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink is less saturated than on the Col-o-ring swab shown above.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: Low

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low

Other properties: low shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in all nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Fire Embers is closest to Monteverde Motivation. Click here to see the Diamine inks together, and click here to see the orange inks together.

Longer writing:

I used an Edison Collier Persimmon Swirl with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, I’m indifferent on this ink. It’s fine, generally well behaved, but there’s nothing about it that wows me or makes me love it.

Disclaimer: I purchased this ink myself, and all photos and opinions are my own. This page does contain affiliate links but this post is not sponsored in any way.

Ink Review #903 Redux: Diamine Candy Cane

Diamine Candy Cane was first released as part of the 2019 Inkvent Calendar, but is now available on its own as part of the Blue Collection. You can find this ink for sale at Pen Chalet (aff. link) or Vanness Pens.

The color:

Candy Cane is a medium bright red that leans just a bit toward orange.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink doesn’t show much shading.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 15 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: Low

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low

Other properties: low shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in most nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Candy Cane is closest to Robert Oster Rubine. Click here to see the Diamine inks together, and click here to see the red inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a TWSBI Eco-T Coral with a broad nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, I’m not sold on this one. I’m pretty picky about my red inks, the color isn’t for me, and I just don’t love it (Sailor Jentle Irori is my current favorite red).

Disclaimer: I purchased this ink myself, and all photos and opinions are my own. This page does contain affiliate links but this post is not sponsored in any way.

Ink Review #907 Redux: Diamine Ho Ho Ho

Diamine Ho Ho Ho was first released as part of the 2019 Inkvent Calendar, but is now available on its own as part of the Blue Collection. You can find this ink for sale at Pen Chalet (aff. link) or Vanness Pens.

The color:

Ho Ho Ho is a vibrant red that leans just a bit toward orange.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink is a little less orange than it is in writing.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 15 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: Low

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: no shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in most nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Ho Ho Ho is closest to Diamine Tulip. Click here to see the Diamine inks together, and click here to see the red inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Kaweco Al-sport Red with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a slightly dry flow.

Overall, I would probably pass on this one. It’s a bit too orangey for me, and the flow is a bit too dry. I’m not a fan.

Disclaimer: I purchased this ink myself, and all photos and opinions are my own. This page does contain affiliate links but this post is not sponsored in any way.

Ink Review #913 Redux: Diamine Noel

Diamine Noel was first released as part of the 2019 Inkvent Calendar, but is now available on its own as part of the Blue Collection. You can find this ink for sale at Pen Chalet (aff. link) or Vanness Pens.

The color:

Noel is a dark burgundy red.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink has some pretty, bright green sheen and just a little bit of brown sheen too.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, high green sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in most nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Noel is brighter than Robert Oster Burgundy. Click here to see the Diamine inks together, and click here to see the red inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Pelikan M205 Star Ruby with a fine nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, it’s a pretty dark red with some interesting sheen. It’s a great ink for the winter season.

Disclaimer: I purchased this ink myself, and all photos and opinions are my own. This page does contain affiliate links but this post is not sponsored in any way.

Ink Review #914 Redux: Diamine Mulled Wine

Diamine Mulled Wine was first released as part of the 2019 Inkvent Calendar, but is now available on its own as part of the Blue Collection. You can find this ink for sale at Pen Chalet (aff. link) or Vanness Pens.

The color:

Mulled Wine is a dark wine red ink.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks darker and more purple.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: low shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in most nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Mulled Wine is closest to Sailor Jentle Oku-yama in writing. Click here to see the Diamine inks together, and click here to see the red inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Sailor PGS Red Supernova with a broad nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, this is a lovely ink for the winter season-well behaved and a pretty color.

Disclaimer: I purchased this ink myself, and all photos and opinions are my own. This page does contain affiliate links but this post is not sponsored in any way.

Ink Review #918 Redux: Diamine Poinsettia

Diamine Poinsettia was first released as part of the 2019 Inkvent Calendar, but is now available on its own as part of the Blue Collection. You can find this ink for sale at Pen Chalet (aff. link) or Vanness Pens.

The color:

Poinsettia is a dark maroon red.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks darker.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 30 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: Low

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low

Other properties: low shading, low brown sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in most nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Poinsettia is closest to Robert Oster Red Candy. Click here to see the Diamine inks together, and click here to see the red inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a TWSBI Eco Blossom Red with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a slightly wet flow.

Overall, I enjoyed the slightly wet flow this ink has, it’s a good ink for fall and winter.

Disclaimer: I purchased this ink myself, and all photos and opinions are my own. This page does contain affiliate links but this post is not sponsored in any way.

Ink Review #924 Redux: Diamine Roasted Chestnut

Diamine Roasted Chestnut was first released as part of the 2019 Inkvent Calendar, but is now available on its own as part of the Blue Collection. You can find this ink for sale at Pen Chalet (aff. link) or Vanness Pens.

The color:

Roasted Chestnut is a dark red-brown.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks cooler-toned and less red. It has just a little bit of bronze sheen.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 30 seconds

Water resistance: Medium

Feathering: None

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: None

Other properties: medium shading, tiny bronze sheen, and no shimmer. The sheen is only visible in large swabs on Tomoe River Paper.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in most nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Roasted Chestnut is closest to Stipula Sepia. Click here to see the Diamine inks together, and click here to see the brown inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Lamy Studio Terracotta with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had a slightly dry flow.

Overall, the color is interesting, but the flow is a bit dry for me. I’m just not in love with it.

Disclaimer: I purchased this ink myself, and all photos and opinions are my own. This page does contain affiliate links but this post is not sponsored in any way.

Ink Review #920 Redux: Diamine Gingerbread

Diamine Gingerbread was first released as part of the 2019 Inkvent Calendar, but is now available on its own as part of the Blue Collection. You can find this ink for sale at Pen Chalet (aff. link) or Vanness Pens.

The color:

Gingerbread is a warm medium brown-a good match for gingerbread cookies.

Swabs:

In large swabs on Tomoe River paper the ink looks cooler-toned and more matte in finish.

Writing samples:

Let's take a look at how the ink behaves on fountain pen friendly papers: Rhodia, Tomoe River, and Leuchtturm.

Dry time: 20 seconds

Water resistance: Low

Feathering: Low

Show through: Medium

Bleeding: Low

Other properties: medium shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.

On Staples 24 lb copy paper there was some feathering and bleeding in most nib sizes.

Comparison Swabs:

Gingerbread is closest to Taccia Tuchi Golden Wheat. Click here to see the Diamine inks together, and click here to see the brown inks together.

Longer writing:

I used a Lamy Al-star Bronze with a medium nib on a Taroko Enigma notebook. The ink had an average flow.

Overall, it’s a lovely ink, but I still prefer Taccia Tuchi Golden Wheat over Gingerbread, just because it has more depth and intense color.

Disclaimer: I purchased this ink myself, and all photos and opinions are my own. This page does contain affiliate links but this post is not sponsored in any way.