Brute
Crafted for the bold coffee purist, Brute delivers a deep, creamy body with purpose and restraint. We carefully roast this smooth beast just enough to develop robust flavor while preserving the coffee's natural sweetness. Its full body and minimal acidity create a perfect morning companion, especially when brewed in a French press. Brute is ideal for those bleary-eyed starts when complexity takes a backseat to comfort. Expect pronounced notes of burnt sugar, cocoa nibs, and macadamia that stand up beautifully to cream.
Tasting Notes
Burnt Sugar, Cocoa Nibs, and Macadamia
Roast Level
Dark
Body
Full
Acidity
Minimal
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CUPS PER BAG SIZE
Freshness Tip: Choose the size that you'll drink within 3 to 4 weeks
12 ounces
~18 cups
5 pounds
~121 cups
Love it
Hey Vickie, love that! Brute is our darkest roast, glad it's your speed.
I visited a friend in Nashville and tried Frothy Monkey. Since then I have ordered it for my daily starter cup of coffee and it is FABULOUS! We own a winery so I am very particular with what I enjoy in my coffee. The Brute has wonderful flavors and is caffeinated enough for a steady stream of energy. Highly recommend and I've already sent some to my friends!
Hey Julie, coming from someone who takes their craft as seriously as we do, that really means something to us. We're excited to hear Brute's become part of your morning, and thank you for sharing it with friends.
good strong flavor !! We like the boldness !
Hey Toby, Brute is our darkest roast and bold is exactly what it's after. Glad it's hitting right for you!
Love!!!
Hey Carma, love that you love it! Brute is our darkest roast and it has a loyal following for good reason. Thanks so much!
Loove this coffee!
Hey Alicia, stoked to hear you're enjoying Brute!
Went to Frothy Monkey for bfast while visiting Nashville. Had probably the best cappuccino I've ever had. Then realized our hotel served & sold the same coffee. Ibought a bag of beans to bring home & quickly went online to order more of the Brute (FAV!!!) & also added the espresso & decaf (for when the urge hits in the late afternoon/evening)! Sooo fresh, so flavorful, so smooth!! Will definitely be continuing this subscription!
Hey Jen, can't beat a first-cap-to-bag story like that! Stoked Brute made it home with you and that you've kept us in the subscription. Thanks so much!
My wife who is the biggest coffee fan is very particular with what she enjoys and she absolutely LOVES this blend!! We love all your coffee and don’t drink anything else even in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Hey David, a particular palate is a high bar, so thanks for passing along the love. Tulsa to here is a great coffee pipeline.
Very good
Thanks Rod!
Delicious coffee, perfect start to a day where anything feels possible!
Hey Karolina, that's a lovely way to put it. Thank you!
My favorite! I dont like any other coffees now!
Hey Kim, sorry for ruining other coffees... It's a burden we gladly bear. Thank you!
Brute is a great dark roast coffee, one of the best that I’ve tried.
Hey Grant, Brute is our darkest and we're happy to hear it lives up. Thank you.
Best coffee ever!
Hey Kaitlin, thanks so much!
It’s absolutely my favorite coffee right now. I live in Texas, and upon my visits to the Nashville area I found myself at Frothy every single time. I’m a Frothy Monkey junkie and I openly admit it. If I could figure out how to make a Golden Monkey I would be in heaven. Thanks for a great cup yall!
Thanks Michael! Stoked to hear Brute is your go-to right now. If you're hooked on the Golden Monkey, I just emailed you the recipe. Enjoy!
Taste great!
Thanks Glenda!
Delicious!
Hey Jamie, thanks so much!
I'd give it 5 stars, because it has a really mellow, smooth flavor, but I want it to be darker, a little bolder.
Hey Gene, appreciate the 4 stars and the honest note. Brute is actually our darkest roast, but we pull it off the roaster before it tips into burnt territory so the flavor still has somewhere to go. If you want to bring out more of those dark, roasty notes, try brewing it in a French press, or bump up your coffee-to-water ratio. Happy to walk you through it one-on-one if you want, just reach out. Thanks!
I love this coffee. Strong without a trace of bitterness.
Hey Lynn, strong without bitter is exactly where we try to land Brute. Thank you for the note!
I gave it as a gift and they loved it.
Hey Rose, thanks for spreading the good word of Brute. Glad they loved it!
WOW! Long story short - I was influenced to buy a Moka Pot from TikTok and a lot of the tutorials online made a big deal on purchasing high quality coffee. I opted for Frothy Monkey since they're a local business. This coffee is amazing. 10/10.
Hey Kimberly, the Moka Pot rabbit hole is a good one to fall into. So glad Brute stood up to the hype and thank you for the note!
Bought this at the piggly wiggly on a whim. I told my wife I haven't had coffee this good since 2014 when I had an "Italian Roast" I'd buy from a local roaster that went out of business.
Brewed as a pour over. Perfection.
Hey Nathan, a Piggly Wiggly find turning into your best coffee since 2014 is a story we'll take every time. Thank you so much!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Your coffee ships fresh. We roast throughout the week and pack orders as they come in to ensure you're getting beans at their peak.
- Orders placed Monday–Thursday before 2pm CST ship the next business day.
- Orders placed Monday–Thursday after 2pm CST ship within two business days.
- Orders placed Friday–Sunday are packed on Monday and ship within 1-2 business days.
During holidays and promotional periods, please allow 2-3 additional business days for processing and shipping.
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We offer four grind options to match how you're brewing:
- Drip / Pour-Over — Works for automatic drip machines, pour-over brewers (V60, Kalita, Chemex), and AeroPress. This is the most versatile grind and covers most home brewing methods.
- Fine (Espresso) — Ground specifically for espresso machines. It's very fine, which means it'll over-extract and taste bitter or chalky if you use it in drip or pour-over methods. Only use this if you're pulling shots.
- French Press — Coarser grind for traditional French Press brewing, cold brew, or large-batch Chemex (60+ grams of coffee). The larger grind size prevents over-extraction during longer steep times.
- Cold Brew — Coarse grind optimized for cold brew methods with extended steeping (12-24 hours). Similar to French Press but dialed in for cold water extraction.
Not sure? Drip / Pour-Over is your safest bet if you're brewing with anything other than an espresso machine or doing cold brew.
- Drip / Pour-Over — Works for automatic drip machines, pour-over brewers (V60, Kalita, Chemex), and AeroPress. This is the most versatile grind and covers most home brewing methods.
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Coffee brewing sits somewhere between science and personal preference. There's no single "right" way, just the way that works for you.
We've put together brew guides for:- Chemex
- Kalita Wave 185
- French Press
- Auto-Drip Brewer
- Cold Brew
- Single-Serve
Visit our brewing page here.
Each guide covers ratios, grind size, and timing. These technical foundations help you dial in your perfect coffee. From there, it's yours to adjust. A little more coffee for boldness, a slightly coarser grind for clarity, water temperature shifts for sweetness or brightness. The variables matter, but so does what you actually enjoy drinking.
Start with a guide that matches your equipment, brew a few rounds, and notice what changes when you tweak one thing at a time. That's how you find your version.
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We offer signature and single-origin coffees that range from light to dark roast, each crafted to highlight different flavor profiles and brewing methods.
- 12South — Our most versatile medium roast. Works beautifully as drip, cold brew, or espresso.
- Brunch — A vibrant light roast breakfast blend. Perfect for pour-over or drip.
- Brute — Bold, creamy, and comforting. A darker roast best brewed in a French press.
- Howler — Our espresso blend. Medium roast that shines in milk drinks but stands strong on its own.
- Eventide Decaf — Full-bodied, dark-roasted decaf. Naturally processed using a chemical-free method. Perfect for evenings.
- Midshift Half Caff — Half the caffeine, full flavor. Balanced medium roast that works any time of day.
- Frothy Cold Brew — Developed for cold extraction but versatile across methods. Naturally sweet.
- Single-Origin Coffees - Our rotating selection showcases beans from specific farms and regions. Selections change seasonally based on harvest and availability.
- 12South — Our most versatile medium roast. Works beautifully as drip, cold brew, or espresso.