Ref. #ABA56A · S320-5
Ginger Tea
37%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Ginger Tea Technical Profile
What color is Ginger Tea? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #ABA56A. Colors similar to Ginger Tea include Benjamin Moore Agave, Benjamin Moore Greenhow Moss, Benjamin Moore Brookside Moss. Ginger Tea has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 37 gives Ginger Tea depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Ginger Tea reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Ginger Tea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ginger Tea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ginger Tea
#ABA56A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9DAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ginger Tea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ginger Tea Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Ginger Tea.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ginger Tea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ginger Tea have?
Ginger Tea by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Ginger Tea from other brands?
The closest matches are Agave by Benjamin Moore (#ADAA6F), Greenhow Moss by Benjamin Moore (#A7A66D), Brookside Moss by Benjamin Moore (#A7A66D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ginger Tea?
Ginger Tea has an LRV of 36.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ginger Tea's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.