Deep Coffee

HEX: #704241 | Modern Palette

On White
8.25:1
PASS
On Black
2.54:1
FAIL

Color Specifications

HEX
#704241
RGB
112, 66, 65
HSL
1°, 41% ,43%
CMYK
0, 41.07, 41.96, 56.08

About Deep Coffee

Deep Coffee (#704241) is a color with RGB(112, 66, 65) and HSL(1.28°, 41.96%, 43.92%). It is commonly associated with Romantic moods. In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Logo, Print. Its complementary color is #416F70, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #417042 and #424170. The name comes from Deep Coffee (English).

  • HEX: #704241
  • RGB: 112, 66, 65
  • HSL: 1.28°, 41.96%, 43.92%
  • Mood: Romantic
  • Style: Warm
  • Use case: Text, Logo, Print
  • Complementary color: #416F70
  • Triadic colors: #417042, #424170
  • The name comes from Deep Coffee (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

Shades & Tints

A seamless scale of #704241 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Romantic
Style
Warm
Use case
Text Logo Print

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #535340
Protanopia #494941
Tritanopia #704242
Achromatopsia #4F4F4F

Frequently Asked Questions

Deep Coffee (#704241) is a color with RGB(112, 66, 65) and HSL(1.28°, 41.96%, 43.92%).

#704241 pairs strongly with #416F70 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#704241 is suitable for Text, Logo, Print and works well with Warm styles.

#704241 is commonly associated with Romantic.

The name Deep Coffee is linked to Deep Coffee from English, meaning A coffee drink with a rich, intense flavor, often achieved through dark roast beans, strong brewing methods, or the addition of extra espresso shots..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Deep Coffee
Meaning A coffee drink with a rich, intense flavor, often achieved through dark roast beans, strong brewing methods, or the addition of extra espresso shots.
Language English
First Recorded Use Early 21st Century

History

The concept of 'deep coffee' is more descriptive than a specific, formally defined drink. It evolved from the desire to articulate a coffee experience beyond simple 'dark roast' or 'strong.' As coffee culture matured, consumers and baristas sought terms to convey the complexity and intensity of certain brews. 'Deep' effectively communicates a multi-layered flavor profile, often associated with lower acidity, fuller body, and pronounced chocolatey or nutty notes. It's a term that gained popularity in the era of third-wave coffee, where detailed descriptions of flavor profiles became common.

First Recorded Use

The exact first use is difficult to pinpoint, but the term likely emerged in coffee shop menus and enthusiast discussions as a descriptor for more robust coffee options, gaining traction in the early 2000s with the rise of specialty coffee culture.

Cultural Associations

In contemporary coffee culture, 'deep coffee' often implies a sophisticated and serious approach to coffee. It's favored by those who appreciate a powerful, unadulterated coffee experience, often without milk or excessive sugar. It can also be associated with artisanal coffee shops that focus on high-quality, single-origin beans and precise brewing methods. The term evokes a sense of richness and depth, appealing to a demographic that values intensity and complexity in their beverages.

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Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #704241;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #704241;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #704241;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #704241,
        #419D9F
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #704241,
        #419D9F
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$deep-coffee: #704241;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$deep-coffee-r: 112;
$deep-coffee-g: 66;
$deep-coffee-b: 65;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $deep-coffee;
    color: rgba($deep-coffee-r, $deep-coffee-g, $deep-coffee-b, 0.8);
}