Dedication to Service
With Every Bottle, There Is a Legend.
Behind every pour of Forged in Fire Whiskey stands a story—a legacy of someone who put their country and others before themselves. Some made the ultimate sacrifice in service. Others lived long after their time in uniform, continuing to lead with strength, and honor. But all of them—were legends among us.
Everything that goes into The Black Bottle is crafted in tribute to these men and women. It’s more than whiskey. It’s a symbol of respect and remembrance, —for those who’ve been shaped by service and affected by conflict.
To reflect our dedication and to support our heroes the best way we know how, we share their stories. Because in honoring them, we ensure their legacy lives on—with pride, with purpose, and with every bottle raised.
William Bonini
Sgt Ken Vangiessen
CW3 Jon C Atkins
William Swanson
Stephen Keesler
Jack Limon Singers
Dick Gries
Samuel “Sam” Delhunty
Send Us Their Stories
At the heart of Forged in Fire is a belief: that when we lift each other up, we can create meaningful change. As an American whiskey brand, we are proud to stand for something greater than ourselves—to give back, give thanks, and give voice to the men and women who’ve served this country.
We believe every veteran has a story that deserves to be heard. If you have someone close to you whose legacy should live on, we invite you to honor them by registering a dog tag in their name. These tags will be proudly featured on select releases of The Black Bottle Whiskey, symbolizing the power of their story.