Balsamico
Also known as: Balsam of Peru, Black Raspberry, Blackout, Smoky Black
Balsamico is a deep, lively black that reads as sleek and formal. It shines in luxury branding and editorial typography. Set it against a black accent when you want the combination to pop. On white it reads clearly at 19.30:1 contrast — safe for body text under WCAG AA.
Balsamico color codes
- HEX
- #130D07
- RGB
- rgb(19, 13, 7)
- RGBA
- rgba(19, 13, 7, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(30, 46%, 5%)
- HSV
- hsv(30, 63%, 7%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 32%, 63%, 93%)
- LAB
- lab(4.0 1.6 3.2)
- OKLCH
- oklch(16.5% 0.016 67.8)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle orange undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: black#000000 · ΔE 4.1
- RAL 9005 — Jet black#0A0A0D · ΔE 4.3 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Balsamico works
- Web & UI: Use it directly for text on light surfaces; it clears AA contrast without adjustment.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
- Branding: As a brand anchor it reads established and tactile; pair with a single vivid accent for energy.
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Balsamico
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Balsamico by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 19.30:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 1.09:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Best text color on a Balsamico background: #ffffff
Palettes featuring Balsamico
Balsamico with its complement
Soft neighbors of Balsamico
Balsamico triad
Similar colors
- Blackout#0E0702 · ΔE 1.1
- Asphalt#130A06 · ΔE 1.8
- Liquorice#0A0502 · ΔE 2.0
- King Kong#161410 · ΔE 2.3
- Sinister#12110E · ΔE 2.5
- Soulless#1B150D · ΔE 2.7
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Balsamico is closest to Dark Rift.
Balsamico FAQs
What color is Balsamico?
Balsamico is a dark black with the hex code #130D07. In HSL terms it has a hue of 30°, 46% saturation, and 5% lightness.
What is the hex code for Balsamico?
The hex code for Balsamico is #130D07. In RGB it's rgb(19, 13, 7), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 32%, 63%, 93%).
What colors go well with Balsamico?
Balsamico pairs naturally with black tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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