Mint Julep DE5556 is a green paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #DEF0A3, estimated LRV 81 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tonic from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #DEF0A3 · DE5556
Mint Julep
81%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mint Julep Technical Profile
HEX Code#DEF0A3
RGB222, 240, 163
Estimated LRV80.5
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygreen
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Mint Julep
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mint Julep
#DEF0A3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#84C56D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mint Julep
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mint Julep 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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Mint Julep — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mint Julep have?
Mint Julep by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green 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 Mint Julep from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mint Julep are Tonic by Behr (a close digital match), Peeled Pistacchio by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Neon by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mint Julep'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 Mint Julep?
Mint Julep has a estimated lightness value of 80.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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