The Maltese Cross Draws on a History of War, Charity and Firefighting
It’s the instantly recognizable symbol of the fire service.
You’ll see it on our helmets and our trucks. It’s on our badges and our gear. And you don’t have to look far to find a firefighter with the symbol tattooed on their body. It’s a point of pride and a permanent reminder of the service and sacrifice the job requires.It’s the Maltese Cross.
Wired Cafe: Rockford, IL
You already know you can get your favorite Fire Dept. Coffee from our website. And if you’re lucky, maybe it’s always brewing at your office or firehouse.
But did you know that we also supply our coffee to cafes and coffeehouses?
Wired Cafe in Rockford, Illinois, is a perfect example. They were one of our earliest supporters and remain one of our best customers. Crystal Douglas owns Wired Cafe and runs the business with her daughters, Shanna and Stefanie.
The Halligan Tool: When You Need Something Extra to Break Into the Day
Anyone who has worked in the fire service in the last 70 years knows about the Halligan.
It’s the tool you need to get through just about any door and a lot more. It’s got a claw, a blade, and a pick. In the right hands, there’s almost nothing it can’t do.
That’s why we’re so excited to unveil our newest mug in honor of this timeless tool. The Halligan mug is slate blue and silver, strong and reliable. It’s always there for you in the toughest of times. It looks pretty cool, too.
Get the Calendar that Helps Our Heroes All Year
If you’re reading this before your first cup of coffee, we know what you’re probably thinking: What day is this?
It’s true that a delicious cup of Fire Dept. Coffee can jolt you back to reality. You know what else works?
A calendar.
Now we’ve got you covered, either way. We’re excited to introduce our new 2019 calendar, created along with our friends at Fire Department Chronicles. It’s available right now, for just $19.99.
Fire Department Chronicles: A Firefighter, a Comedian and a Mission to Serve
Two things we know are 100% guaranteed to make a long day on the job much better.
The first is coffee. It’s sort of our thing.
The second? Laughter.
Our best days on the job are when there’s a full pot of coffee and a full crew of men and women in good moods and cracking jokes.
Jason Patton is the founder of Fire Department Chronicles, where he shares hilarious videos that tap the power of humor to lift the spirits of firefighters worldwide. That’s why he’s become one of Fire Dept. Coffee’s ...
Meet Grey Fox Pottery: The Artists Behind Our Handcrafted Mugs
A great coffee mug is not to be underestimated.
It doesn’t just carry our coffee. It shows off our style, our character, our tastes. A great coffee mug has a story to tell.
When you’re drinking from a Fire Dept. Coffee mug — and why wouldn’t you be? — the story goes something like this:
New Year’s Resolution No. 1: Drink More Coffee
OK, this isn’t your typical resolution. You probably want to lose weight or quit smoking or something else that’s not going to be any fun at all. That’s great. We all want to be healthier.
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