Sunshine Fund Recap Blog Post
Here's a recap of the 2023 Sunshine Fund to date So far, we have had the privilege of donating $113,958 to non-profits around Vermont this year! Thank you to those...
Sunshine Fund 2023 Blog Post
2023 Sunshine Fund Recipients With the start of the new year comes a year full of new opportunities. Through our Sunshine Fund, we have the unique opportunity to support 24...
Sunshine Fund Spotlight: MRV Volunteer Fire Departments Blog Post
The Sunshine Fund is a charitable initiative of our Social Impact Program (SIP) that harnesses the generosity of our guests to advance thriving local communities. Our staff receives wages that…
Sunshine Fund Spotlight: Washington County Youth Service Bureau Blog Post
Our December Sunshine Fund recipient is Washington County Youth Service Bureau. This organization helps youth navigate the challenges of adolescence. They help carve a path to adulthood for young people in…
Sunshine Fund Spotlight: Vermont River Conservancy Blog Post
Our November Sunshine Fund recipient is the Vermont River Conservancy. The organization is a statewide, water-focused, nonprofit land trust. They work to protect the waterways that enhance the quality of…
Sunshine Fund Spotlight: Dragonheart Vermont Blog Post
Dragonheart Vermont Our August Sunshine Fund recipient is Dragonheart Vermont. This organization works to strengthen and empower breast cancer survivors and supporters through dragon boating while inspiring teamwork, fitness and…
Sunshine Fund Spotlight: OUR House of Central Vermont Blog Post
This month’s Sunshine Fund recipient is OUR House of Central VT. OUR House is a nonprofit dedicated to providing a safe and supportive setting for child victims of physical and…
Sunshine Fund Spotlight: Pathways Vermont Blog Post
Through our Social Impact Program, or SIP, we support thriving communities where people take good care of each other, advocate for the natural world and make life a little more…
Sunshine Fund Application Page
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Sunshine Fund Page
The Lawson’s Finest Taproom was designed as a community gathering space to enjoy the best of local beer, food, people and music. In lieu of tips in our Taproom, we...
Sunshine Spotlight: Vermont Veterans Fund Blog Post
In memory of our friend and colleague, Dave Hammond, our September Sunshine Fund recipient is the Vermont Veterans Fund. This organization was created in 2010 to support individuals or organizations…
Impact Report 2023 Blog Post
Welcome to our first Impact Report. Grab a Sip and enjoy! Lawson’s Finest proudly celebrates our 16th year and what better way to mark this important milestone than to share...
August Brews Blog Post
New Brews Steve’s Backyard Red This month we welcome back to Vermont, Steve’s Backyard Red. Our collaboration with local homebrewer Steve Robbins features his talented use of specialty malts, a...
July Brews Blog Post
Events 4th of July Make Lawson's Finest Liquids a part of your 4th of July celebrations! Whether you are going to the beach, out on the boat, camping with...
June Brews Blog Post
Sunshine Fund June 1-15th Community Harvest of Central Vermont During the first half of June, Sunshine Fund donations will benefit Community Harvest of Central Vermont. This organization is committed to…
May Brews Blog Post
Sunshine Fund May 1-15 Green Mountain United Way Sunshine Fund donations for the first half of May will support Green Mountain United Way’s Working Bridges program. This program supports low-to-moderate-income…
April Brews Blog Post
Sunshine Fund This April, we are thrilled to support two amazing, local organizations in our Taproom through the Sunshine Fund — part of our Social Impact Program (SIP April…
March Brews Blog Post
Sunshine Fund This month, our Sunshine Fund will support two local nonprofits. Donate today in our Taproom! March 1-15: The Birds of Vermont Museum This museum uses art and…
February Brews Blog Post
Sunshine Fund January Folks from Good Samaritan Haven accepted their $9,891.24 Sunshine Fund check from guest donations January 1-15. Good Samaritan Haven will use the donation for their new service-enriched…
January Brews Blog Post
Happy New Year! It’s 2022 and that means a whole new calendar of brews are coming your way. The lineup is looking bright as always and ready to be…
December Brews Blog Post
It’s December and that means snow-topped mountains, holiday celebrations and après ski! Every Lawson’s Finest can is a reward for a day of shredding, sledding or soaking up the crisp…
GivingTuesday 2021 Blog Post
This GivingTuesday, Lawson’s Finest is donating $78,500 to 32 nonprofit organizations statewide through the Social Impact Program (SIP). GivingTuesday is recognized on November 30th as a global generosity movement celebrating all…
November Brews Blog Post
Lawson’s Finest Homebrew Champions We are excited to announce our 2021 Lawson’s Finest Staff Homebrew Champions, The Cream Team! Their Hopsicle tangerine cream ale won over the hearts of our…
October Brews Blog Post
Happy Fall It’s fall in the Mad River Valley. That means it’s the perfect time to complement that crisp air with a fresh beer in our Beer Garden while…
Equity, Inclusion & Diversity Page
EID Mission Statement The Lawson’s Finest Liquids (LFL) Equity, Inclusion and Diversity (EID) Board is a 100% employee-led group that seeks to champion positive change towards a more equitable and diverse...
September Brews Blog Post
Sunshine Fund In memory of our friend and colleague, Dave Hammond, our September Sunshine Fund recipient is the Vermont Veterans Fund. Your donation at the Taproom or through our…
August Brews Blog Post
Sunshine Fund OUR House of Central Vermont A huge thank you to everyone who donated to the June Sunshine Fund either online or in person at the Taproom. We are thrilled to present…
Lawson’s Finest Equity, Inclusion and Diversity Action Plan Blog Post
Developed by the Equity, Inclusion and Diversity Board Who we are Mission Statement: The Lawson’s Finest Liquids (LFL) Equity, Inclusion and Diversity (EID) Board is a…
April Beer News Blog Post
A Brew of Their Own March was Women’s History Month, but at Lawson’s Finest Liquids we celebrate and support women all year long. We are ecstatic to introduce…
The Nature Conservancy Blog Post
Lawson’s Finest has selected The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in Vermont as the Sunshine Fund recipient for the month of March. The Nature Conservancy in Vermont collaborates with Vermont Youth Conservation Corps (VYCC)…
March Beer News Blog Post
It’s a big day for Little Sip IPA! As of March 1st, our newest year-round beer, Little Sip IPA, is available in our full distribution territory in 4-packs of 16…
February Beer News Blog Post
Spreading the Little Sip IPA Love! It’s the news Lawson’s Finest Liquids fans outside of Vermont have been waiting for, and we’re beyond excited to share that our newest year-round…
Kelly Brush Foundation Blog Post
February Sunshine Fund recipient: The Kelly Brush Foundation (KBF) focuses mainly on helping people with spinal cord injuries be active, and they are also a national leader in ski racing…
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January Beer News Blog Post
Drive-Thru Retail Store Updates Our Drive-Thru Retail Store is open from 11am-7pm Sunday – Thursday and 11am-8pm on Friday & Saturday. Have you heard the news? In addition to our…
The Trust for Public Land Blog Post
January Sunshine Fund recipient: The Trust for Public Land The Trust for Public Land creates parks and protects land for people, ensuring healthy and livable communities for generations to come. In…
December Beer News Blog Post
Good News Updates The temperatures may be dropping, but we’re still enjoying getting outside with Little Sip IPA! From mountain biking to fat biking, backcountry hiking to backcountry skiing, Little…
November Beer News Blog Post
Beer Garden and Retail Store Updates We will be winding down our seasonal outdoor beer garden service on Sunday, November 1st, as we shift our focus to offering our delicious beer…
October Beer News Blog Post
Little Sip IPA Physical Distant Fall Social We may have said goodbye to summer last month, but we are keeping the outdoor adventures going with the launch of the Lawson’s…
History Page
1990 Sean crafts his first homebrew as a student at the University of Vermont in Burlington, VT. His first brew was a maple wheat ale, inspired by maple beers from...
September Beer News Blog Post
LITTLE SIP IPA PHYSICALLY DISTANT SUMMER SOCIAL We are keeping the fun rolling through the last weeks of summer with our Little Sip IPA Physically Distant Summer Social! Very soon…
August Beer News Blog Post
WITH GRATITUDE We are so grateful for our team at Lawson’s Finest Liquids who helped make it possible to be named Vermont’s Small Business Persons of the Year by the…
July Beer News Blog Post
LITTLE SIP IPA IS HERE! The newest addition to our Sunshine family of beers, Little Sip IPA, has officially landed in Vermont! Little Sip IPA quenches your thirst as you reach…
June Beer News Blog Post
LITTLE SIP IPA ARRIVES JUNE 26TH! We’re elated to announce and introduce you to the newest addition to our Sunshine family, Little Sip IPA! Little Sip IPA quenches your thirst…
May Beer News Blog Post
SIPS OF SUNSHINE While we are missing being close to our colleagues, community and loved ones lately, we are grateful for all of the ways we are able to stay…
April Beer News Blog Post
Sips of Sunshine Although we may be apart quite a bit, we at Lawson’s Finest are finding joy and humor in life’s smallest pleasures. We want to remind you that we…
March Beer News Blog Post
Super Sessions Mini-Grant Program Lawson’s Finest Liquids is inviting individuals to apply to the Lawson’s Finest Super Sessions initiative to Show Up, Innovate & Play! This is the spirit we bring…
February Beer News Blog Post
Beer Releases We’re starting and ending the month of February with some tasty brews! Saturday, February 1st our Fayston Maple Chocolate Tart Cherry Imperial Stout will be available in 22oz….
January Beer News Blog Post
Beer Releases We released the beginning of our barrel aged series at the end of December and if you haven’t had the chance to try these special beers we have…
Outright Vermont Blog Post
At Lawson’s Finest, we’re bursting with sunshine. So, we’ve partnered with Outright Vermont to help everyone’s rainbow shine a little brighter. We learned about Outright Vermont’s amazing work during an eye-opening presentation on building a more inclusive workspace hosted by…
June Brews Blog Post
Our Taproom We’re so glad you’re back The sunshine is out, the Sip of Sunshine is cold and our Beer Garden is in full swing. It’s starting to feel…
