Pusha T returns to Camp Flog Gnaw after an epic Clipse reunion performance at last year’s festival, but this time to celebrate the launch of his new coffee brand Grindin. Named after Clipse’s iconic Pharrell-produced song “Grindin'”, Grindin is a strong black coffee reflecting the artist’s taste. Its highly caffeinated blend gives Pusha the energy and focus he needs to be his best and like-minded hard workers will find that Grindin is the tool they need to get things done.
While developing his own proprietary blend set to debut next year, Pusha T is bringing Grindin to Camp Flog Gnaw festival with a blend he co-created with Los Angeles’ iconic Café Tropical. A first taste of the high-caffeine blend will be available at Café Tropical from 7 am PST – 11:30 am PST and on-site at the festival starting Saturday, November 16th. Customers at the Los Angeles cafe can grab a strong cup of coffee as well as apparel from a collaboration between Grindin and Carhartt WIP. While the collaboration will be available exclusively at Café Tropical, additional Grindin apparel will also be available for purchase at Camp Flog Gnaw.
Collaborating with Café Tropical was a natural fit for the rapper who chronicled the cocaine trade in “Grindin'” alongside his brother and collaborator Malice in part because the former owners of Café Tropical in the 1970s used to run a cocaine smuggling operation through its back rooms. Today, Café Tropical is one of the best and most beloved coffee shops in all of Los Angeles known for its strong Cuban flavors and as the favored gathering spot of LA’s creative community.
Grindin coffee will launch nationwide in early 2025 as a premium yet accessible coffee option for the everyday person – Grindin is for the doers who need a boost.
Since 1975, Café Tropical has charmed Silverlake locals, artists, and celebrities alike with authentic Cuban flavors and retro charm. Known for its Cuban coffee and iconic guava-cheese pastry, the café also serves as a vital hub for the recovery community, fostering solidarity and connection. Beyond its menu, Café Tropical blends the rich aromas of coffee and fresh-baked treats with a spirit of fellowship, creating a beloved sanctuary at the heart of the neighborhood.
