As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, now is the perfect time to support veteran- and American-owned businesses.We handpicked five standout food and beverage brands that give back to veterans, firefighters and hardworking Americans while making great products.Stock up on your favorite brew from Black Rifle Coffee Company or Fire Department Coffee, snack smarter with Tactical Snacks, and add some heat to your meals with The General's Hot Sauce, which is proudly made in the USA.READ MORE: America 250 is coming: What to know and the best commemorative gear to buyDrink Americana-inspired coffees.
(Black Rifle Coffee Company)Black Rifle Coffee Company leans into the America theme with blends like Freedom Roast and Just Black, featuring a camo bag adorned with a bald eagle.The veteran-owned coffee company also has a specific America 250 collection this year.
The Beyond Black blend now comes in a limited-edition red, white and blue bag, along with the Spirit of '76 roast, which is a medium blend.Your purchase goes toward helping firefighters.(Fire Department Coffee)True to its name, Fire Department Coffee directly supports firefighters.
The veteran-owned brand even operates a special disaster-relief fire truck during emergencies.Whether you buy the dark roast, medium roast or espresso, your purchase helps support those efforts.
It also provides several subscription services, from a Coffee of the Month Club to the Fire Department Club, with a portion of the proceeds going to charitable organizations.READ MORE: Celebrate America's 250th with these patriotic keepsakes and collectibles, from $16Stock up on freeze-dried meals for camping, hiking or last-minute dinners.(Mountain House)Mountain House isn't veteran-owned, but it got its start making rations for U.S.
troops during the Vietnam War and proudly supports the military to this day.It's the largest freeze-dried food maker in North America — plus, all its food is produced in Oregon.
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