Brewpub Copper Color Psychology & Meaning
Brewpub copper is the color of mash tuns and tankards — warm metal, amber ale, and wooden bars. It signals craft, community, and the ritual of the fresh pint.
#B87333
#D9A05C
#F2DFC9
#6E3A1A
Background
Primary Accent
Secondary
Body Text
Brewpub Copper Color Palette
#B87333 · #D9A05C · #F2DFC9 · #6E3A1A
Fail
WCAG Grade
2.4:1
Contrast Ratio
170
Saves
520
AI Copies
Use #B87333 as the background. Use #D9A05C as the primary accent. Use #F2DFC9 as secondary. Use #6E3A1A as body text/supporting color. Palette mood: Brewpub Copper — warm, crafted, rustic.
Hex Codes, RGB & CMYK Color Values
Technical breakdown for the Brewpub Copper color scheme. Use these values for web design (HEX/RGB), print projects (CMYK), or specialized design software (HSL).
| Swatch | Design Role | HEX | RGB | CMYK | HSL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Background Luminance: 22.7% | 184, 115, 51 | 0%, 38%, 72%, 28% | 29°, 57%, 46% | ||
| Primary Accent Luminance: 40.7% | 217, 160, 92 | 0%, 26%, 58%, 15% | 33°, 62%, 61% | ||
| Secondary Luminance: 75.9% | 242, 223, 201 | 0%, 8%, 17%, 5% | 32°, 61%, 87% | ||
| Body Text Luminance: 6.4% | 110, 58, 26 | 0%, 47%, 76%, 57% | 23°, 62%, 27% |
Brewpub Copper Tints & Shades
Hover states, borders and elevation need lighter and darker steps of your base colors. Here are computed tints and shades for every color in the Brewpub Copper palette — click any swatch to copy its hex.
#B87333 gently saturated orange
#D9A05C gently saturated orange
#F2DFC9 gently saturated orange
#6E3A1A gently saturated orange
Brewpub Copper Palette Contrast Matrix (WCAG 2.1)
Every color tested as text on every other color as background. Body copy needs 4.5:1 (AA), large text and UI components 3:1. AAA requires 7:1.
| Text on Background | Preview | Ratio | Grade | Safe For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #6E3A1A on #F2DFC9 |
Aa Sample Text
| 7.08:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #F2DFC9 on #6E3A1A |
Aa Sample Text
| 7.08:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #6E3A1A on #D9A05C |
Aa Sample Text
| 4.00:1 | Fail | Large headings, UI components |
| #D9A05C on #6E3A1A |
Aa Sample Text
| 4.00:1 | Fail | Large headings, UI components |
| #F2DFC9 on #B87333 |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.92:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #B87333 on #F2DFC9 |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.92:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #6E3A1A on #B87333 |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.43:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #B87333 on #6E3A1A |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.43:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #F2DFC9 on #D9A05C |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.77:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #D9A05C on #F2DFC9 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.77:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #D9A05C on #B87333 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.65:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #B87333 on #D9A05C |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.65:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
Color Harmony: Analogous Scheme
The Brewpub Copper palette is built using a analogous relationship between its hues. This ensures that even with high-contrast accents, the overall scheme feels balanced and intentional.
Hue Wheel
A analogous palette is often preferred by professional designers because it creates a calm, serene atmosphere by using neighboring colors.
History & Design Context
Copper brewing vessels became standard in the 19th century for their heat conduction, and the metal now defines the craft brewery look. The amber-and-copper palette is the modern brewpub identity.
Best Design Use Cases
Copper for surfaces and brewing motifs. Amber for accents and beer. Cream for text and foam. Dark bronze for headings. Suits breweries, brewpubs, and craft food hospitality.
Industries This Palette Suits
Breweries, brewpubs, craft beer, hospitality, food service.
Colors That Pair Well With Brewpub Copper
Need a fifth color? These three companions are computed from the palette's own hue positions on the color wheel, so they extend the scheme without breaking its harmony.
cyan-blue
directly opposite #D9A05C on the wheel — the strongest accent for CTAs and highlights when you need maximum energy
yellow
30° beside #D9A05C — a calm secondary that extends the palette without adding tension
tinted neutral
a paper-white carrying the palette's own hue — perfect for surfaces and dividers
Using Brewpub Copper Without Breaking Accessibility
- Avoid #D9A05C for small UI elements on #B87333 — at 1.6:1 it misses the 3:1 WCAG threshold; darken it with a shade from the ramp below.
- Don't set body copy in #6E3A1A on #B87333 — 2.4:1 fails WCAG AA; keep it for large decorative headings only.
- Don't use #F2DFC9 behind body text — this light tone works better for surfaces, badges and dividers than for reading areas.
How to Implement the Brewpub Copper Color Scheme
To use this Brewpub Copper color palette in your web project, you can copy the following CSS variables or Tailwind CSS configuration. These roles ensure your UI maintains accessibility and visual hierarchy.
Option 1: CSS Variables
:root {
/* {name} Palette - ihatecolors.com */{'
'} --color-bg: {colors[0]};{'
'} --color-primary: {colors[1]};{'
'} --color-secondary: {colors[2]};{'
'} --color-text: {colors[3]};{'
'} {'}'}Web Design Tip
Use #B87333 for the main background and #D9A05C for primary buttons. This creates a high-contrast focal point.
Accessibility Note
The contrast ratio between #6E3A1A and #B87333 is 2.43:1 (Fail). Ensure your body text remains legible.
Brewpub Copper Palette — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hex codes in the Brewpub Copper color palette?
The Brewpub Copper palette contains #B87333, #D9A05C, #F2DFC9, #6E3A1A. Click any swatch on this page to copy its value, or export all four at once as CSS variables, Tailwind config, SCSS or a Figma-ready list.
Is the Brewpub Copper color palette accessible (WCAG)?
Yes for its strongest pairings: #6E3A1A on #F2DFC9 reaches 7.1:1 (AAA). For body text always keep a 4.5:1 ratio and for large UI elements 3:1 — the full contrast matrix above shows the exact score for every color-on-color combination in this palette.
What colors go well with the Brewpub Copper palette?
Beyond its own four colors, #5E95D9, #CACF68, #F0EDEB extend it naturally: the complementary hue for high-energy accents, an analogous neighbor for calm transitions, and a tinted neutral for surfaces. All three are computed from this palette's hues on the color wheel.
What mood does the Brewpub Copper palette create?
Brewpub Copper reads as warm, crafted, rustic. Gently saturated orange drives the personality, grounded by gently saturated orange — a combination that works best when the mid-tone base gets most of the canvas.
Can I use the Brewpub Copper color palette commercially?
Yes. Individual color values can't be copyrighted, so the Brewpub Copper palette is free for personal, client and commercial work — websites, branding, apps, print and social content, with no attribution required.
How do I add the Brewpub Copper palette to Tailwind or CSS?
Use the export panel on this page: CSS variables, a Tailwind config block, SCSS variables, or a Figma copy list are generated from Brewpub Copper's exact values, including the tint and shade ramps shown above.