Cognac Snifter 1148 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B78354, LRV 27 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caramel Sauce from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B78354 · 1148
Cognac Snifter
27%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cognac Snifter Technical Profile
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Cognac Snifter in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cognac Snifter in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCognac Snifter
Nearly identical
BehrCaramel Sauce
Caramel Sauce
Behr
Nearly identical
Pronghorn
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cowboy Hat
PPG
Very similar
Toned Honey
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Safari Sun
Hirshfield's
Very similar
African Desert
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rookwood Amber
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Burmese Gold
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Golden Sunrise
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cognac Snifter
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cognac Snifter
#B78354
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2B180
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cognac Snifter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cognac Snifter 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Cognac Snifter.
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Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cognac Snifter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cognac Snifter have?
Cognac Snifter by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cognac Snifter in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cognac Snifter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cognac Snifter are Caramel Sauce by Behr (a near-identical match), Pronghorn by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cowboy Hat by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Cognac Snifter's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Cognac Snifter?
Cognac Snifter has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cognac Snifter's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.