Lawson's Finest Liquids 'Little Sip' IPA Beer, Vermont

The Lawson’s Finest Liquids “Little Sip” IPA offers a masterful balance of hop-forward flavor and easy drinkability — a craft beer that pairs the citrus-and-tropical intensity of a modern American IPA with a refreshingly approachable format.

Product Details

• Style: American IPA

• Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.2%

• Brewer / Location: Lawson’s Finest Liquids, Waitsfield, Vermont

• Flavour Profile & Hop Character: Juicy, fruit-forward aroma and palate featuring grapefruit, pineapple, and bright floral or tropical hop notes

• Body & Drinkability: Light-to-medium body, crisp carbonation, with a balanced bitterness that keeps it “crushable” despite being fully hopped

• Production / Distribution: Year-round offering, designed as the more accessible sibling to Lawson’s higher-profile IPAs

Sensory Description
Pouring a clear golden-amber hue with a lively white head, Little Sip opens boldly with aromas of fresh pineapple chunks, juicy grapefruit zest, and hints of tropical mango alongside subtle floral hop character. On the palate it remains crisp and dynamic — the malt foundation is light and supportive, allowing the hops to shine with playful tartness and bright citrus drive. The finish is clean, moderately dry, and lingers with a pleasant hop-resin bitterness that encourages another sip. At 6.2% ABV, it strikes a well-judged balance between expressive flavor and sessionable drinkability — perfect for craft beer lovers who want serious hop presence without the weight.

Brewer’s Background
Lawson’s Finest Liquids was founded in Vermont in 2008 by Sean Lawson and his wife, Karen. The brewery has built its reputation around bold, juicy IPAs — notably their famed “Sunshine” family of beers. With Little Sip, Lawson’s distilled that big-flavor DNA into a more accessible format — bringing the brewery’s signature hop-driven style into wider circulation and making it easier to enjoy in a broader range of settings. The brand remains deeply rooted in Vermont’s craft-beer legacy, and Little Sip reflects both the innovation of the brewery and its commitment to drinkable excellence.

Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled at 40–45 °F in a tulip or classic pint glass to allow the aromas to open and the head to develop. Little Sip pairs superbly with grilled seafood (shrimp, halibut), spicy Asian-inspired appetizers (Thai chili wings, satay), sharp cheddar or gouda, and lighter fare like fresh salads with citrus vinaigrette. Because of its hop-driven zest and moderate ABV, it also works beautifully as a post-hiking or outdoor refreshment beer — ideal for fans of juicy IPAs who want something flavorful, balanced, and effortlessly drinkable.