Ref. #A08882 · 9078
Cocoa Berry
27%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cocoa Berry Technical Profile
What color is Cocoa Berry? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #A08882. Colors similar to Cocoa Berry include Valspar Irish Tea, Valspar Monkeypod, Hirshfield's Baby Sprout. Cocoa Berry has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 27 gives Cocoa Berry depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Cocoa Berry 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 Cocoa Berry
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cocoa Berry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cocoa Berry
#A08882
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA185
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cocoa Berry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cocoa Berry 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Cocoa Berry.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cocoa Berry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cocoa Berry have?
Cocoa Berry by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cocoa Berry from other brands?
The closest matches are Irish Tea by Valspar (#9C8682), Monkeypod by Valspar (#A38E89), Baby Sprout by Hirshfield's (#A78B81). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cocoa Berry?
Cocoa Berry has an LRV of 26.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cocoa Berry's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.