I use ROYAL. I like royal simply because it gives me the versatility and detail that I like. I can make transfers, flowers, crisp clean lines, leaves...just about anything I like.
Royal Icing
5 TBSP Meringue Powder
1 tsp cream of tartar
1/2 c. water
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp additional flavoring (optional)
2lb confectioners sugar
1 TBSP to 1/4 c. Light corn syrup
Place meringue powder, cream of tartar, water and flavoring in the CLEAN bowl