Balsamico
Also known as: Balsam of Peru , Black Raspberry , Blackout , Smoky Black
On screen, Balsamico registers as sleek and formal: a deep black at home 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.
Reference
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)
Analysis
Color intelligence
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Gamut
The full range of colors a device or space can show. sRGB is the common screen gamut; Display P3 is wider. A color outside a gamut cannot be shown accurately there and must be mapped inward.Full glossary entry →Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
Undertone
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neutral, leaning warm
subtle orange undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →- 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: a 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 for dividers, chart series, and 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
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Balsamico
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Harmonies
Color harmonies
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →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
Accessibility
Contrast & accessibility
Aa on white
contrast 19.30:1
AA pass AAA pass AA large pass
Aa on black
contrast 1.09:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large fail
Best text color on a Balsamico background: #ffffff
Palettes
Palettes featuring Balsamico
Balsamico with its complement
Soft neighbors of Balsamico
Balsamico triad
Explore
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 .
FAQ
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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