March Beer News
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 to everything we do – it’s how we brew our beer, do our work, relate to each other and try to make the world better. As part of our Social Impact Program, we aim to build impactful connections and strengthen communities while creating memorable experiences.
In that spirit, we are offering pint-sized grants for playful Super Sessions to bring people together in fun ways that build community anywhere Lawson’s Finest is distributed. For example, a group could organize a synchronized cannonball jump in the town pond to raise money for cancer research, or sponsor a bike parade and cook-out to honor local school teachers. Check here for more examples of events in the Super Sessions spirit.
Throughout the year, our employee-run Super Session Selection Squad will choose projects to each receive up to a $250 check that will launch a Super Session. Applications will be scored on several criteria including innovation, community-building, fun, and credibility.
Applications can be accessed at www.lawsonsfinest.com/supersessions.
BEER RELEASES
The ladies of Lawson’s Finest have been hard at work at our original brewery in Warren, VT. Together they’ve crafted Summit Sour, a dry-hopped sour beer infused with elderflower and chamomile for the Pink Boots Society Collaboration Brew Day. This special brew will be available in bottles to go and on draft at our taproom on March 8th, International Women’s Day! For every bottle and draft pour sold, Lawson’s Finest will be donating $1 to the Pink Boots Society, whose mission it is to assist, inspire and encourage women beer industry professionals to advance their careers through education.
Wednesday, March 4th our Double Sunshine Ruby Red Grapefruit will be available in cans at our retail store. This special edition of our American Double IPA is made with ruby red grapefruit, adding an extra layer of mouth-watering, juicy, lush fruit character along with dank tropical aromas.
We will be releasing Fayston Maple Imperial Stout Aged in Mad River Distillers Rum Barrels later this month. It will be available in bottles in our retail store. Brewed with loads of roasted and black malts with a hefty dose of Vermont Maple Syrup, then aged in Mad River Distillers “Maple Cask Rum” charred oak barrels from Warren, VT, this special beer is sure to please!
March marks the return of our beloved Triple Play IPA! A trifecta of hop varieties (Citra, Simcoe & Amarillo) delivers a symphony of juicy fruit-forward hop flavors and a delightful bouquet of aromas. Winner of Brewing News National IPA Championship (2011), there is simply ‘no batter beer’!
CHARITABLE GIVING PROGRAM
Lawson’s Finest has chosen to pay our staff living wages and generous benefits. There is no tip obligation in the taproom. However, if guests choose to leave a donation, 100% will be given to local charitable endeavors through our Sunshine Fund.
Since we opened our Waitsfield brewery, taproom and retail store in October 2018, taproom guests have generously donated over $400,000 to more than 36 Vermont-based non-profit organizations!
March 1st-15th our taproom donations will be given to Vermont Women’s Fund. Their mission is to support the advancement, self-sufficiency, and economic and social equality of Vermont women and girls. The Women’s Fund makes grants to promote ideas and support programs which focus on the needs of women and girls in this state, and to increase public awareness of these needs.
RETAIL STORE
Take a look at our online store and see the newest additions to our merchandise!
JOIN OUR TEAM!
Are you or someone you know passionate about the craft beer industry? We currently have three job openings!
Executive Assistant
Regional Sales Representative – CT/NY
Regional Brand Representative – NJ/PA
SPECIAL EVENTS
Join us at Sugarbush for a week-long Super Sessions “session” ski event full of rad events and things to do for skiers and riders through March 7th!
We’re kicking it off with a branded Lawson’s Finest Terrain Park at Mt. Ellen that will be open for the week. Enjoy the opportunity to see pros from around the country and New England at Sugarbush Parks. The Lawson’s Finest park will remain open all week except for during two athlete filming sessions. The closing weekend Super Session Bash will be held on Saturday 3/7/20 at Green Mountain Lounge. Stop by for beer specials, gear giveaways, enter to win giveaways, live music, scavenger hunts, athlete meet and greets and on March 7th a trailer of some of the filming caught during the week will be shown. During the week the Lawson’s Finest crew will be having some fun with on-mountain, taproom and social media giveaways.
Keep up to date with social media to see where all the fun is happening!
Event Date: February 29 – March 7, 2020
Location: 626 Mt Ellen Rd, Waitsfield, VT 05673
BEER DELIVERIES
You can Find Our Beer – Sip of Sunshine IPA, Super Session #6 and Maple Nipple (cans and draft) in Vermont, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Philadelphia and New Jersey. Newest beer to enter distribution is Sugarhouse IPA!
Maple Nipple, The Space In Between and Chinooker’d are now distributed year-round in Vermont!
February Beer News
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. bottles in our retail store and on draft at our taproom. This rich and decadent stout – brewed with loads of dark malts and a hefty dose of Vermont maple syrup, then fermented with Montmorency tart cherry juice and cacao – features notes of dark fruit and chocolate and is perfect for sipping and pairing.
Saturday, February 29th Sugarhouse IPA is back! This IPA was inspired by the first recipe crafted in 2008 at our home-based nanobrewery in Warren, VT. This hop-forward American IPA celebrates the “Sugarhouse Brewery” that is now our Wizard’s Workshop used for experiments and taproom-only specials. This continually evolving recipe provides an opportunity to experiment with different combinations of hops and malts to create a delightful American IPA. You can expect a notable fruitiness, a delicate haze and soft bitterness in this latest release.
Still Single IPA is a Mad River Glen exclusive beer and is now available for you to enjoy this winter season at General Stark’s Pub. Brewed with Centennial, Cascade and Mosaic hops, Still Single IPA features notes of lemon, lime, and pine. It is sure to quench your thirst after a day on the mountain!
Steve’s Back Yard Red Ale will be brewed at our original brewery in Warren, VT on February 5th! This ale was our first collaboration brewed in Warren, VT with local homebrewer Steve Robbins. With his talented use of specialty malts, a fine blend of hops and a generous dose of Green Mountain attitude, it’s truly a special beer. Keep an eye on our social media platforms for the official release date.
The ladies of Lawson’s Finest are brewing a dry-hopped sour beer for the Pink Boots Society Collaboration Brew Day. The Pink Boots Society supports women in the brewing industry via scholarships and education, and $1 from every bottle and draft pour sold of this beer will be donated to support their efforts. The beer is due to be released in March and we will be documenting the experience along the way. Check back to join us on this endeavor!
TAPROOM
If you have an electric car and need a little extra juice stop by the brewery where you will find EV charging stations mounted on the side of the building. Our taproom is the perfect place to enjoy a beverage and light fare while you charge up!
TAPROOM EVENTS
Mark your calendars because it is time to celebrate 12 years of brewing on Saturday, May 16th!
Our headlining band is an All Star line-up featuring members of Soule Monde, Grippo Funk Band, and Belizbeha!
We’ll be partying the day away with special beer releases, brewery open house, delicious food, live music and much more. Stay tuned for additional details!
Check out the upcoming lineup of local musicians for our Monday Night Music Series:
02.03 – Barbacoa| Special Cask: Fayston Maple Chocolate Tart Cherry Imperial Stout infused with vanilla bean
02.10 – REDadmiral | Special Cask: Maple Nipple conditioned on toasted coconut and Mad River Distillers rum-soaked oak staves
02.17 – Some Hollow | Special Cask: TBD
02.24 – DJ Josh KermiTT | Special Cask: TBD
Grab friends and get your groove on with DJ Matt Hagen for our Boogie Bingo on Thursday, February 13th and 27th from 5-7pm. Take a shot at winning a $20 gift card, enjoy select draft specials and some good old school competition!
Oysters & Jams continues on Tuesday, February 18th from 4-8pm featuring Oysters from Wild Fleetian Oyster Co., of Wellfleet, MA, $5 draft specials and classic Bob Marley!
CHARITABLE GIVING PROGRAM
Lawson’s Finest has chosen to pay our staff living wages and generous benefits. There is no tip obligation in the taproom. However, if guests choose to leave a donation, 100% will be given to local charitable endeavors through our Sunshine Fund.
Since we opened our Waitsfield brewery, taproom and retail store in October 2018, taproom guests have generously donated over $400,000 to more than 36 Vermont-based non-profit organizations!
February 1st-15th our taproom donations will be given to Good Beginnings of Central Vermont. Their mission is to bring community to families and their babies. Anyone caring for a new baby in Washington County is eligible for their Postpartum Angel service, early parenting workshops, babywearing support and more.
February 16th-29th our taproom donations will be given to Capstone Community Action’s “Fuel Your Neighbors” program which provides emergency food and heat to Central Vermont families in need this winter.
Lawson’s Finest Liquids invites individuals to apply to the Lawson’s Finest Super Sessions initiative to Show Up, Innovate & Play! This is the spirit we bring to everything we do – it’s how we brew our beer, do our work, relate to each other and try to make the world better. As part of our Social Impact Program, we aim to build impactful connections and strengthen communities while creating memorable experiences.
In that spirit, we are offering pint-sized grants for playful Super Sessions to bring people together in fun ways that build community anywhere Lawson’s Finest is distributed. For example, a group could organize a synchronized cannonball jump in the town pond to raise money for cancer research, or sponsor a bike parade and cook-out to honor local school teachers. Check here for more examples of events in the Super Sessions spirit.
Four times each year, our employee-run Super Session Selection Squad will choose projects to each receive up to a $250 check that will launch a Super Session. There are four application deadlines per year in February, May, August and November. Applications will be scored on several criteria including innovation, community-building, fun, and credibility.
The first open application period begins this Saturday, February 1st and applications are due by 5PM on February 29, 2020. Applications can be accessed at www.lawsonsfinest.com/supersessions.
RETAIL STORE
Take a look at our online store and see the newest additions to our merchandise!
Lawson’s Finest Sweatshirt
Sunshine Pin
Chinooker’d Pin
Gold Beer Guy Balloon Glass
Lawson’s Finest Gold Stout Glass
Lawson’s Finest Navy Blue Wool Hat
Lawson’s Finest Gray Wool Hat
JOIN OUR TEAM!
Are you or someone you know passionate about the craft beer industry? We have two job openings within our Sales Team!
Regional Sales Representative – CT/NY
Regional Brand Representative – NJ/PA
SPECIAL EVENTS
Thursday, February 6th: Tasting at the Middlebury Discount Beverage | VT
Saturday, February 8th: Beer Lover’s Dinner and Full Moon Snowshoe | VT
Sunday, February 9th: Tasting at the Cabot Farmer’s Store | VT
Friday, February 14th: Tasting at the Brattleboro Food Co-op | VT
Saturday, February 15th: Juicy Brews Valentine’s Day Craft Beer Festival | PA
Thursday, February 20th: Tasting at the Vermont National Country Club | VT
Saturday, February 22nd: Winterbike 2020 | VT
February 21st-23rd: WinterWonderGrass | CO
Tuesday, February 25th: Sugarbush Sip of Sunshine Day | VT
Saturday, February 29th: Into the Mystic, A Tribute to Van Morrison at Jay Peak Resort | VT
Saturday, March 21st: Vermont Brewers Festival at Bear Mountain Killington | VT
We have several collaborations lined up to debut at the Vermont Brewers Festival in Killington. A Kveik IPA with Big Spruce Brewing from Cape Bretton, Nova Scotia and a Vermont IPA with Upper Pass Beer Company called “Phirst Light IPA”. It will be another amazing year at Killington, don’t miss out!
BEER DELIVERIES
You can Find Our Beer – Sip of Sunshine IPA, Super Session #6 and Maple Nipple (cans and draft) in Vermont, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Philadelphia and New Jersey. Next beer to enter distribution will be Sugarhouse IPA.
Maple Nipple, The Space In Between and Chinooker’d are now distributed year-round in Vermont!
January Beer News
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 a limited supply at our taproom and retail store! We released two variations; Fayston Maple Imperial Stout Aged in Apple Brandy Barrels and Fayston Maple Imperial Stout Brewed with Coffee & Cinnamon Aged in Apple Brandy Barrels.
Comet Session IPA will make its debut mid January, so stay tuned for the official release date. This single hop session IPA is brewed with Comet, a unique “wild American” hop that features notes of citrus zest, combined with a grassy herbal aroma. It will be available in bottles in retail and on draft at our taproom.
POWdah Day IPA is now available throughout Sugarbush Resort! After a day on the mountain swing through and enjoy a light and fluffy IPA featuring four varieties of hops, yielding a juicy character and crisp finish – perfect for après ski!
TAPROOM
TAPROOM EVENTS
January is packed with must-attend events at our taproom!
We’re kicking off 2020 with a bang! Come get your groove on and join us for Boogie Bingo with DJ Matt Hagen. $5 Space In Between drafts and bingo like you’ve never seen it!
Our Monday Night music series continues with a great lineup of local musicians and special casks.
01.06 – Bloodroot Gap | Special Cask: Double Sunshine with grapefruit and dry hopped with Citra and Simcoe Cryo hops
01.13 – The Medicine Tribe Trio | Special Cask: TBD
01.20 – Fiddle Witch | Special Cask: TBD
01.27 – Starline Rhythm Boys | Special Cask: TBD
For the month of January we are hosting Family Game Night on Wednesdays. Join us at the taproom for an evening of board games, puzzles and beer! We’ll have $5 draft pours of Super Session #6, $5 pretzels and free juice boxes for kids.
CHARITABLE GIVING PROGRAM
Lawson’s Finest has chosen to pay our staff living wages and generous benefits. There is no tip obligation in the taproom. However, if guests choose to leave a donation, 100% will be given to local charitable endeavors through our Sunshine Fund.
Since we opened our Waitsfield brewery, taproom and retail store in October 2018, taproom guests have donated over $380,000 to more than 35 Vermont-based non-profit organizations.
We’ve added an application process for the Sunshine Fund. Applications for calendar year 2020 are due by 5pm on January 31, 2020.
Sunshine Fund priority is given to the following areas in the Mad River Valley and Washington County VT:
• Healthy Communities
• Food and Economic Security
• Natural Resource Protection and Sustainable Recreation in our beloved Green Mountains
January 1st-15th our taproom donations will be given to the Valley Players Theater which is a community organization whose mission is to promote cultural activities in the Mad River Valley as well as to produce dramatic, musical and other forms of the arts.
January 16th-31st our taproom donations will be given to Free Wheelin’ which provides rides to activities and medical appointments throughout Vermont for senior citizens and anyone else in the Mad River Valley unable to access transportation.
RETAIL STORE
We’ve been adding new winter gear to our retail. Check out the latest items online or at our retail store in Waitsfield, VT!
Sip of Sunshine Skida Neck Warmer
Chinooker’d Skida Neck Warmer
Women’s Flannel Shirt
Men’s Flannel Shirt
Lawson’s Finest Cable Knit Winter Hat
JOIN OUR TEAM!
Are you or someone you know passionate about the craft beer industry? We have a job opening within our Sales Team!
Regional Sales Representative – CT/NY
SPECIAL EVENTS
Friday, January 10th: Lawson’s Finest Après Ski at Loon Mountain
Friday, January 10th: Full Moon Snowshoe & Brew at Mad River Glen
Saturday, January 25th: CNY Brewfest
Saturday, January 25th: Beveridge Ice Fest 2020
BEER DELIVERIES
You can Find Our Beer – Sip of Sunshine IPA, Super Session #6 and Maple Nipple (cans and draft) in Vermont, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Philadelphia and New Jersey. Maple Nipple will be showing up at package stores and bars by the third week of January.
Vermont, be on the lookout for additional Lawson’s Finest beers in distribution! Maple Nipple and The Space In Between will be showing up the second week of January and Chinooker’d the third week. We’re excited to be able to add these additional beers to our regular distribution of Sip of Sunshine and our Super Session Series.
December Beer News
UPDATED TAPROOM & RETAIL STORE HOURS
BEER RELEASES
Be on the lookout for the official release date of our barrel aged series coming out this month! We will be releasing Fayston Maple Imperial Stout Aged in Apple Brandy Barrels and Fayston Maple Imperial Stout with Coffee and Cinnamon Aged in Apple Brandy Barrels. They will be available on draft in the taproom and packaged bottles in our retail store.
Super Session #6 is making its official debut mid December. Same amazing recipe with a different single hop! Galaxy features a passion fruit character along with aromas and flavors of clean citrus, peach, pineapple and tropical fruit. In short, its characteristics are all fruit with no floral, pine, or spice.
TAPROOM
TAPROOM EVENTS
Our Monday Night Music Series is the perfect way to start off your week. Enjoy the talents of local musicians while sipping on some fine liquids. We pair these evenings with a special brewery cask, so be sure to check in closer to the date to find out what they will be.
CHARITABLE GIVING PROGRAM
Lawson’s Finest has chosen to pay our staff living wages and generous benefits. There is no tip obligation in the taproom. However, if guests choose to leave a donation, 100% will be given to local charitable endeavors.
December 1st-15th our taproom donations will be given to Yestermorrow. Donated funds will support the construction and furnishing costs of the new Yestermorrow dormitory. Slated for occupancy in 2021, the dorm will house sixteen students and allow Yestermorrow to retain their student body on the premises – immersed in the transformative programs.
December 16th-31st our taproom donations will be given to the Vermont Foodbank. They help provide nutritious food to the one in four Vermonters who struggle with food insecurity. All taproom donations will be allocated toward programs in Washington county, ensuring our neighbors have the food they need this holiday season.
BREWERY TOURS
Planning a visit to our brewery? You can now reserve brewery tours online! The tours are free and held on Fridays at 5pm, Saturdays at 1pm and 5pm and Sundays at 1pm. There is a 10 person limit per tour.
RETAIL STORE
We have an array of merchandise perfect for holiday gifting to the beer lover in your life! There are lots of options to fit within your budget. Check out our retail store in Waitsfield, VT or our online shop. Shop early to ensure your gifts arrive before the holidays!
Gear up for the cold with our new winter hat and keep an eye out for the arrival of our custom Lawson’s Finest 200 piece puzzle!
JOIN OUR TEAM!
Are you or someone you know passionate about the craft beer industry? We have a job opening within our Sales Team!
Regional Sales Representative – CT/NY
SPECIAL EVENTS
Friday, December 6th: Taste of Tradition – White River Junction Food Co Op
Wednesday, December 11th: Lawson’s Finest Coloring Night
Thursday, December 12th: Sip of Sunshine Day at the Hyde Away Inn
Thursday, December 12th: 12 Brewers of Christmas at Meadhall – We will be auctioning off a VIP Beercation during the silent auction and all proceeds benefit Toys for Tots.
Wednesday, December 18th: Worthy’s Night Before the Night
Wednesday, December 18th: Milk and Hops Holiday Party
Thursday, December 19th: Plainfield Hardware & Deli Tasting
Thursday, December 26th: Lawson’s Finest Après Ski at Loon Mountain
BEER DELIVERIES
You can Find Our Beer – Sip of Sunshine IPA , Super Session #7, and Super Session #6 (cans and draft) in Vermont, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Philadelphia and New Jersey.
November Beer News
UPDATED TAPROOM & RETAIL STORE HOURS
Our new hours will go into effect on Sunday November, 17th.
BEER RELEASES
Our retail store has 2017 & 2018 Maple Tripple available for you to take home. This ‘once-a-year beer’ is brewed only during sugaring season with 100% maple sap from Hartshorn‘s Farm in Waitsfield, VT and aged for one year in maple liqueur barrels. You can also order a vintage bottle (2013, 2014, 2015) at the bar and have it poured for you!
Our Stony Hill Smoked Porter is back, and this time it’s served on nitrogen! This delicious porter features a dry finish, subtle smokiness, and notes of chocolate and caramel. This is on draft only at our taproom.
In the beginning of the year we filled an array of barrels with our Fayston Maple Imperial Stout and as the months have passed it has been aging to perfection! We are thrilled to announce the first series to come from this labor of love. Keep your eyes peeled for the official release date of our Fayston Maple Imperial Stout Aged in Apple Brandy Barrels and Fayston Maple Imperial Stout with Coffee and Cinnamon Aged in Apple Brandy Barrels. These beers will be available on draft in the taproom and packaged bottles in our retail store.
TAPROOM
Our light fare menu changes with the seasons and we have some tasty additions that are must-tries when you visit! We’ve added a grilled cheese made with Red Hen Baking bread and Cabot Creamery cheddar cheese which is perfectly paired with a house made roasted cauliflower soup. We’ve also brought back our delicious vegetarian chili and added a delightful house made kale and artichoke dip! If you’re interested in checking out what we are offering prior to your visit take a look at our menu.
Lawson’s Finest is thrilled to add solar energy to our Waitsfield campus! We are currently installing a 40kW AC array on the roof of the brewery building that will include 140 solar panels and produce approximately 52,000 kWh of electricity per year! We are working with Aegis Renewable Energy, based right here in Waitsfield, VT. While this won’t cover 100% of our electrical needs, we are enthusiastic about adding green energy as part of our company core values to reduce our impact in an energy and materials intensive business. It’s exciting times to be able to use the roof of our brewery to produce energy from the sun, and to help the state achieve its goal of 90% renewable energy by 2050. Our solar system will generate enough electricity to power eight average household’s for a year in Vermont.
TAPROOM EVENTS
Our Monday Night Music Series continues with great local musicians and special casks each week!
CHARITABLE GIVING PROGRAM
Lawson’s Finest has chosen to pay our staff living wages and generous benefits. There is no tip obligation in the taproom. However, if guests choose to leave a donation, 100% will be given to local charitable endeavors.
November 1st-15th our taproom donations will be given to the Vermont Natural Resources Council. Their work promotes legislation that protects Vermonters from toxic contamination in their drinking water, develops ways to fund water clean up in Lake Champlain and aims to protect our statewide rivers, lakes, and wetlands.
November 16th-30th our taproom donations will be given to People’s Health and Wellness. They provide free healthcare for uninsured and underinsured people in Central Vermont, including medical and oral health care, mental health services, bodywork, case management, and more.
BREWERY TOURS
Get the inside scoop on our brewing and packaging processes! The tours are free and held on Fridays at 5pm, Saturdays at 1pm and 5pm and Sundays at 1pm. Reserve tickets ahead of time. There is a 10 person limit per tour.
RETAIL STORE
We’ve recently added new merchandise to our online store. Now is the time to begin thinking about holiday gifts!
Lawson’s Finest Five Panel UV Runner Cap
Lawson’s Finest Beer Guy Hat
Lawson’s Finest Cable Knit Winter Hat
Beer Guy Balloon Glass
JOIN OUR TEAM!
Are you or someone you know passionate about the craft beer industry? We have a job opening within our Sales Team!
Regional Sales Representative – CT/NY
SPECIAL EVENTS
We’re heading for you Pennsylvania! Meet the Lawson’s Finest team and join us in celebrating Sip of Sunshine!
Wednesday, 11.6: Darkness, Darkness at Farmhouse Tap & Grill
Friday, 11.15: Tasting at Richmond Market and Beverage
Tuesday, 11.26: Sip of Sunshine Day at The Barrelhouse | Saratoga Springs, NY | 5-7pm
Tuesday, 11.26: Sip of Sunshine Day at The City Beer Hall | Albany, NY | 8-11pm
BEER DELIVERIES
You can Find Our Beer – Sip of Sunshine IPA , and Super Session #7 (cans and draft) in Vermont, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Philadelphia and New Jersey.
It’s stout season and we are delighted to announce that our Fayston Maple Imperial Stout will be entering distribution in our nine state territory! It will be popping up at your favorite local pubs and package stores and when you give it a try, let us know what you think!
