Ref. #8B714B · 1094-7
Molasses Cookie
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Molasses Cookie Technical Profile
What color is Molasses Cookie? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #8B714B. Colors similar to Molasses Cookie include Vista Paint Rutherford, Hirshfield's Rutherford, Benjamin Moore Bittergreen. Molasses Cookie has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Molasses Cookie creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Molasses Cookie pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Molasses Cookie
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Molasses Cookie
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Molasses Cookie
#8B714B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#989D6C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Molasses Cookie
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Molasses Cookie 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Molasses Cookie.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Molasses Cookie — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Molasses Cookie have?
Molasses Cookie by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Molasses Cookie from other brands?
The closest matches are Rutherford by Vista Paint (#8A714C), Rutherford by Hirshfield's (#8D734F), Bittergreen by Benjamin Moore (#87704C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Molasses Cookie?
Molasses Cookie has an LRV of 17.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Molasses Cookie's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.