Sip, as a verb, means to drink (a liquid) in small quantities, taking small mouthfuls or bringing liquid into the mouth through small openings. It can also refer to taking a small taste or sampling of something. As a noun, sip refers to a small mouthful of liquid taken by sipping.
Note: The provided meaning of the answer is for the latest New York Times crossword puzzle clue: Scotch sampling. Explanations are generated by AI and may be inaccurate.