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Velvet Merkin (2018)

Firestone Walker Brewing Company

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Paso Robles, CA


Tavour Rating

4.23

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Style

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Barrel Aged Stout

ABV

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7.8%

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A Note on This Beer

Whether you’re a serious rare beer collector, or a casual fan looking for a bottle to elevate an already special night, VIP access to Firestone Walker’s cellar is quite the perk!

For any beer lover who wants to add a special bottle to their own cellar, there’s Velvet Merkin Imperial Oatmeal Stout (2018). They haven’t released this brew in over two years, and the brewery says they won’t be making anymore!

This 100% Woodford Reserve Bourbon Barrel-aged Oatmeal Stout is replete with flavors of rich, dark chocolate, and hints of coffee. And, after two years in the brewery’s 40 degree Fahrenheit temperature-controlled cellar, it’s even smoother, richer, and fudgier than it was on release. You’ll discover new flavors of chocolate-covered cherry and creamy marshmallow.

What’s more, Firestone Walker carefully crafts their Barrel-Aged Stouts so they can age up to 10 years, becoming more complex with each passing day. 

Open Velvet Merkin 2018 now to toast a milestone, or stash one away for a celebration down the line. Either way, it will make a memorable day that much more special.

*If you would like to cellar it for an additional period, the brewery recommends a MAXIMUM of 55 degrees for long-term storage.

Firestone Walker has been crafting Bourbon Barrel-Aged beers for over 14 years. Their barrel program alone has won more awards than most breweries have in total!

Tavour strictly supports independent beer. Firestone Walker Brewing Company is certified independent by the Brewers Association


Reviews

4.23

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minka.tan

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4.0
Very very smooth. Less boozy
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Picsandpours

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5.0
Delicious coffee mocha and oaty goodness
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Mgarber32

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4.5
This one is as smoooothhhh as a nice fluffy, soft, plush 70s bush.
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Darkstar1984

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3.0
Average Joe's gym
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Jessica

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5.0
Easy drinking. Very tasty
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mdunlop1

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3.75
Light body, big chocolate flavor, hint of barrel/woody. Lighter than expected, but good.
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Levenrah

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4.0
Classic aged barrel notes on nose and palate. Lingers well although light in body even for ABV. Enjoyable and improves while warming.
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ted1245

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4.0
Warm, cozy, fireside stout
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TheHappySosa

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4.0
Very complex and tasty. I felt all the flavors blended well together and left a nice light bourbon aftertaste. Relatively light for a stout.
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Jmar

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4.0
Smooth and delicious!!
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Bigslick929

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3.0
I was expecting more from this one
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Darkbeer69

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4.0
My favorite style of beer is showcased in all its glory by the masters at Firestone Walker. This beer may be tame on ABV, but it completely dominates when it comes to flavor. Enjoy on a cool night in a 5 oz. Snifter at 50 degrees. And with the lower booze level, you can totally have more than one in a sitting!
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RiceKrisBs

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5.0
Oh my. Super smooth, rich, and dark oatmeal flavor. The abv is very mellow, and you really taste the bourbon barrel on the aftertaste. Amazing.
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mg818181yahoocom

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3.0
Very light bodied beer. My rating was generous.
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