
Brass Monkey Ice Cream
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About Brass Monkey Ice Cream
On Hanningtons Ln in Brighton, Brass Monkey Ice Cream is a small ice cream shop that serves gelato from a short rotating menu. The flavours lean toward the unusual, with cardamom, which also comes as an affogato with espresso, alongside saffron & rose and Mexican elote. Classic flavours share the menu with them, so the choice covers both adventurous and familiar tastes. Because the lineup changes, the shop offers samples of the gelato before you choose, which makes it easy to try an unfamiliar flavour first. Cakes are served alongside the gelato for anyone who wants something to go with a scoop.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cardamom gelato, saffron rose gelato, salted caramel gelato and mexican elote gelato.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cardamom gelato, saffron rose gelato, salted caramel gelato and mexican elote gelato.
Customer Review Summary
Cardamom is the flavor reviewers name most, whether as a plain scoop, paired with saffron and rose water, or as an affogato that one diner compares to chai and espresso mixed together. Close behind are other globally inspired flavors, including masala chai, Indian golden milk, Mexican elote, tonka bean, matcha, and even hay, bay leaf and sherry. Classics like salted caramel, chocolate and vanilla also earn praise. The gelato is described as thick, creamy and smooth without being heavy, with generous scoops and a crisp, fragrant waffle cone. Cakes, including carrot and blueberry and a banana and chocolate version, draw mentions too, along with well-brewed coffee. A couple of reviewers note the shop is small and the menu is not extensive, though the flavors are called creative and unique. Two mention sampling before choosing, and one reviewer suggests asking for a taster of the cardamom ice cream before ordering the affogato.
Customer Review Summary
Cardamom is the flavor reviewers name most, whether as a plain scoop, paired with saffron and rose water, or as an affogato that one diner compares to chai and espresso mixed together. Close behind are other globally inspired flavors, including masala chai, Indian golden milk, Mexican elote, tonka bean, matcha, and even hay, bay leaf and sherry. Classics like salted caramel, chocolate and vanilla also earn praise. The gelato is described as thick, creamy and smooth without being heavy, with generous scoops and a crisp, fragrant waffle cone. Cakes, including carrot and blueberry and a banana and chocolate version, draw mentions too, along with well-brewed coffee. A couple of reviewers note the shop is small and the menu is not extensive, though the flavors are called creative and unique. Two mention sampling before choosing, and one reviewer suggests asking for a taster of the cardamom ice cream before ordering the affogato.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Delicious honeycomb and vanilla gelato - hokey pokey- and rich, flavourful, as well as huge slices of chocolate and caramel and banana and chocolate cake. 🍰 highly recommend!”
- Google user
“We got the cardamon ice cream affogato and it was amazing! The two pair really well. Ask for a taster of the ice cream, it’s like mixing chai and espresso together! Little price but worth a try in my opinion”
- Google user
“Cardamon with saffron & rose water! Amazing! What a great combo. Super smooth ice cream without corners cut.”
- Google user
“Brass Monkey Ice-Cream: Brighton's Best-Kept, Creamy Secret Tucked right in the heart of Brighton, Brass Monkey Ice-Cream isn't just a shop—it's a mandatory stop. This tiny spot proves that quality easily beats quantity, serving a focused, perfectly executed menu where every scoop is a masterpiece. Forget long lists of generic flavors; Brass Monkey concentrates on classics elevated by their commitment to organic ingredients and incredible depth of flavor. Whether you choose the rich Red Velvet, the intense Chocolate, the intriguing Coffee Ferment, or the classic Salted Caramel, you are tasting purity. For me, no trip to Brighton—be it a brisk winter morning or a sunny summer afternoon—is complete without the beautiful, aromatic warmth of their Cardamom flavor. It’s a sensory experience that defines the city. Stop by and discover why this small shop delivers one of the biggest, most satisfying flavors on the coast. @doctorfoodielondon Nick”
- Google user
“This is exactly the kind of ice cream place I love - goes beyond the classic nut / chocolate flavours and takes inspiration from global flavours. Absolutely delicious scoops of saffron rose, Indian golden milk and Mexican elote.”
Hours
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Good to know
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Location
Ice cream shops near Brass Monkey Ice Cream
- Boho Gelato4.67040.1 mi
pistachio gelato, vegan flavours, unique flavour selection
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brass Monkey Ice Cream | 4.7637 | — | cardamom gelato, saffron rose gelato, salted caramel gelato |
| Boho Gelato | 4.6704 | 0.1 mi | pistachio gelato, vegan flavours, unique flavour selection |
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