No Kings is a small refusal.

We don’t need strongmen. We need strong communities. We need public goods. We need the boring, beautiful infrastructure that keeps people informed, educated, and connected.

So we made coffee that funds public broadcasting. That’s it. That’s the whole plot.

If you want to do more than drink coffee, good. If you only want coffee, also good. Resistance takes many forms. Some of them are brewed.

Every bag sends $2 to public broadcasting.

Why? Because independent, publicly-supported media is one of the few things standing between “informed citizen” and “captive audience.”

How we handle it:

  • We track every sale tied to a donation amount.

  • We donate on a set schedule (monthly is easiest).

  • We post receipts or a running ledger so it’s not “trust me, bro.”

If you want, we can add a public “donation ledger” page that updates monthly.

Because history keeps reminding us that kings—literal or metaphorical—don’t end well.

“No Kings” is shorthand for rejecting authoritarianism, political idol worship, and the idea that any one person should rule unchecked. It’s pro-democracy, pro-accountability, and deeply allergic to boot-licking.

Also, it looks great on a coffee bag.

Yes—but not in the way you’re used to.

We’re not here to tell you how to vote. We are here to say that authoritarianism, fascism, and cults of personality are bad ideas, historically speaking.

If you believe democracy is worth defending, you’re in the right place. If that bothers you, there are plenty of other coffees that won’t challenge you at all.

No Kings Coffee is for:

  • People who like good coffee
  • People who think democracy is fragile
  • People who are tired of pretending politics don’t affect daily life
  • People who enjoy a little principle with their caffeine

If you want coffee that politely avoids reality, this might not be your cup.

Our coffees are sourced through trusted importers and roasted in small batches by professional roasters.

We focus on quality, consistency, and ethical sourcing—not buzzwords, not hype, and definitely not crypto-bro nonsense.

Because independent journalism and education are foundational to democracy—and they’re constantly under threat.

Public broadcasting isn’t flashy. It’s not perfect. But it’s one of the few remaining institutions designed to inform rather than inflame.

Supporting it is a quiet act of resistance. And those add up.

No.

We’re aligned with values, not parties. Democracy over authoritarianism. Truth over propaganda. Accountability over personality cults.

If one party consistently offends those values, that’s not our fault—it’s just math.

Currently, No Kings Coffee ships within the United States.

International shipping may be added later, but we’re keeping things manageable and sustainable for now.

Yes. Our coffee bags are designed to be recyclable where facilities exist.

We’re continually reviewing materials and suppliers to balance sustainability with keeping the lights on.

Yes. No Kings Coffee is part of the broader Skeleton Brew ecosystem.

Skeleton Brew supports independent media, creative projects, and small acts of cultural defiance—usually with coffee involved.

Absolutely.

You don’t need ideological purity to enjoy good coffee. We’re not checking credentials at checkout.

But if the idea of opposing authoritarianism feels offensive, you probably won’t enjoy the vibe—and that’s okay.

  • Share the site
  • Talk about it
  • Support public broadcasting directly
  • Stay engaged
  • Stay curious
  • Stay skeptical of anyone promising to “fix everything”

Democracy isn’t a spectator sport.

Only indirectly.

“No Kings” is an idea that shows up in a lot of places, especially in moments when people start getting uncomfortable with power concentrating in the wrong hands. We didn’t invent the phrase, and we don’t own it.

No Kings Coffee is not officially affiliated with any political group, movement, organization, or campaign. We operate independently and make our own decisions about what we support and how we support it.

If others are saying “no kings” too, that’s not coordination—it’s convergence.

History does that sometimes.