Batch Brew

Also known as: Ancient Lavastone, Demitasse, Blackish Brown, Taupe Brown

Batch Brew brings a cozy and dependable feel to any palette. This rich brown is a natural fit for leather goods and autumn design. A blue counterpart from the complementary harmony gives it the most tension. It's dark enough to use for text on white backgrounds (11.17:1, passes WCAG AA).

Batch Brew color codes

HEX
#45392F
RGB
rgb(69, 57, 47)
RGBA
rgba(69, 57, 47, 1)
HSL
hsl(27, 19%, 23%)
HSV
hsv(27, 32%, 27%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 17%, 32%, 73%)
LAB
lab(25.0 4.1 8.3)
OKLCH
oklch(35.4% 0.024 61.7)

Color intelligence

sRGB safe

Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.

Temperature

CoolWarm

neutral, leaning warm

subtle orange undertone in this near-neutral

Nearest standard colors

  • CSS: dimgray#696969 · ΔE 17.8
  • RAL 8014 — Sepia brown#49392D · ΔE 2.1 · 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 Batch Brew 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 Batch Brew

Tints (lighter)

Shades (darker)

Tones (muted)

Color harmonies

Palettes built from Batch Brew 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 11.17:1

AA passAAA passAA large pass

Aa — on black

contrast 1.88:1

AA failAAA failAA large fail

Best text color on a Batch Brew background: #ffffff

Palettes featuring Batch Brew

Batch Brew with its complement

Soft neighbors of Batch Brew

Batch Brew triad

Similar colors

Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Batch Brew is closest to Arsenic.

Batch Brew FAQs

What color is Batch Brew?

Batch Brew is a dark brown with the hex code #45392F. In HSL terms it has a hue of 27°, 19% saturation, and 23% lightness.

What is the hex code for Batch Brew?

The hex code for Batch Brew is #45392F. In RGB it's rgb(69, 57, 47), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 17%, 32%, 73%).

What colors go well with Batch Brew?

Batch Brew pairs naturally with blue tones from its complementary harmony, and with cyan accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.

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