It started with a feeling — not an idea, not a business plan — but a deep, gut-level knowing that the world needed something different. Steven McKinney was searching for more than success; he wanted to build something that mattered. Something that made people feel good, slow down, and smile.

During a period of reflection and personal growth, the vision came through clearly: a clean, refreshing lemonade infused with organic hemp. A drink that could help people chill out without checking out. Inspired by the 70s free-spirited vibe, the culture of peace, color, and authenticity, Hippie Sips was born — not as a trendy brand, but as a lifestyle in a can.

The early days weren’t easy. Steven poured everything he had into it — from flavor testing in his kitchen to hand-sketching design ideas to cold-pitching people who didn’t always get it. But he believed in the mission. He believed that good energy, when bottled right, could be contagious.

Now, Hippie Sips is more than a drink. It’s a symbol of freedom. Of fun. Of flipping off burnout culture and choosing to feel alive again. It’s lemonade, yes — but it’s also a little rebellion in a sleek can.

And this is just the beginning.