Horse Soldier

Horse Soldier Bourbon was founded by US Army Special Forces veterans who rode horseback into Afghanistan in the weeks after 9/11 — one of the last cavalry-style missions in American military history. After retiring, these soldiers founded American Freedom Distillery in St. Petersburg, Florida. Every bottle features an actual horseshoe nail cast into the glass, a direct reference to the horses they rode. The lineup includes Straight Bourbon, Small Batch Reserve, Commander’s Select (handpicked barrels, limited), and Signature Bourbon (extended aging, premium tier).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the story behind Horse Soldier Bourbon?

Founded by US Army Special Forces veterans who rode horseback into Afghanistan after 9/11 — one of the last cavalry-style missions in American military history. The horseshoe nail cast into every bottle is a direct physical reference to the horses they rode. After retiring, the founding soldiers created American Freedom Distillery in St. Petersburg, Florida as a way to preserve and share that mission’s legacy.

Where is Horse Soldier Bourbon made?

American Freedom Distillery in St. Petersburg, Florida. The base distillate is sourced from MGP Ingredients in Lawrenceburg, Indiana — one of the most respected sourced bourbon producers in the US, used by numerous premium American whiskey brands. The Commander’s Select expressions are handpicked single barrel selections from this sourced stock.