Printable Beer Tasting Mystery – The Case of the Vanished Velvet

Description

A printable mystery tasting game set in a Victorian pub

A Cask Is Missing. Secrets Are Brewing.

Step into The Velvet Badger, a storied Victorian pub preparing for the grand reveal of a legendary family beer recipe. But just before the ceremonial tasting… the cask is gone.

The guests? All connected.

The motive? Buried deep in rivalry, loyalty, and legacy.

The taste? Still lingering — but something doesn’t feel right.

In this immersive mystery game, you and your guests become part of the story. Interrogate characters, uncover hidden motives, follow a trail of physical clues, and see if you can reveal who made the cask vanish… and why.

What’s Included

• 8 printable character cards (4 essential + 4 optional)
• 12 atmospheric evidence files (letters, labels, scribbled notes & more)
• Host instructions (easy to follow, no acting required)
• Secret codeword mechanic to unlock the online reveal page
• Tasting guide (with space to enjoy 3 real beer samples)
• All documents in PDF format for instant download & home printing

Players

• Best with 4–8 players (4 core characters, 4 optional suspects)
• No improvisation or roleplay required — just read, observe, discuss, and vote

Duration

• Approx. 90–120 minutes, including the tasting
• Perfect For:

• Beer lovers who want something different
• Dinner parties with a twist
• Cozy game nights or birthday gatherings
• Autumn evenings by candlelight…

A Victorian Puzzle With a Taste of Suspicion

This case is part of The Cellar Mysteries, a series of stand-alone tasting games blending social deduction with flavor and flair. The Case of the Vanished Velvet takes place in 1892 London — a world of secret notes, hidden agendas, and brewing betrayal.

Every player has a motive. Every clue could turn the tide.

Can you separate foam from fact?

Ready to Crack the Case?

Download, print, pour a round, and uncover the truth behind the Vanished Velvet.