Mexican Hot Chocolate CSP-1080 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8C5D2C, estimated LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Desert Clay from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8C5D2C · CSP-1080
Mexican Hot Chocolate
14%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mexican Hot Chocolate Technical Profile
HEX Code#8C5D2C
RGB140, 93, 44
Estimated LRV13.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Mexican Hot Chocolate
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mexican Hot Chocolate
#8C5D2C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9A9A51
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mexican Hot Chocolate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mexican Hot Chocolate 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
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Mexican Hot Chocolate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mexican Hot Chocolate have?
Mexican Hot Chocolate by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Mexican Hot Chocolate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mexican Hot Chocolate are Desert Clay by Behr (a very close match), Nugget Gold by Behr (a very close match), Ochre Brown by RAL (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mexican Hot Chocolate'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 Mexican Hot Chocolate?
Mexican Hot Chocolate has a estimated lightness value of 13.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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