the case of the vanished velvet – printable beer mystery tasting game
a legendary cask vanished. eight suspects. three beers. can you uncover the truth?
a cosy, story-driven beer tasting where a rare cask disappears before the evening truly begins and your guests have to uncover what happened to it. there is no murder, no heavy roleplay, just clues, tasting pours and a slow-burn mystery inside an old pub filled with secrets.
Printable PDF • 4–8 players • 90–120 minutes • No acting required
at a glance
4 to 8 players
about 90 minutes
printable PDF
no heavy roleplay
3 beers
host plays too
secret reveal page
easy to prepare
what is the case of the vanished velvet?
The Case of the Vanished Velvet is a printable beer tasting mystery game for 4–8 players. Every guest becomes a suspect with hidden information while tasting three beers, examining evidence and questioning the other players to solve the mystery. Designed for beginners and craft beer lovers alike, it's an easy-to-host printable party game with no heavy roleplay required.
what happened at the velvet badger?
the velvet badger is preparing for the most important evening in its history: the unveiling of velvet no. 9, a legendary beer cask hidden away for decades. guests gather for an evening of celebration, exceptional beers and forgotten stories.
but when the moment finally arrives, the cask is nowhere to be found.
as rumours spread through the Victorian pub, old rivalries, hidden meetings and long-kept secrets begin to surface. during this printable beer tasting mystery, your guests become part of the investigation, uncovering clues, questioning suspects and discovering what really happened before the first pint was poured.
who you will meet at velvet badger?
each player takes on a role for the evening – no acting skills needed, just a name, a goal and a few secrets.
lady evelyn marwood
a wealthy investor connected to the brewery's legacy and one of the strongest supporters of the velvet no. 9 launch.
inspector alaric penrose
a private detective invited to the gala after rumors of trouble surrounding velvet no. 9 began circulating before the event.
dr. percival vane
the senior chemist responsible for analyzing the brewery's recipes, ingredients and quality standards.
nora bellamy
a young apprentice brewer who spent more time near the cellar and casks than most of the guests realize.
the game also includes four optional guest roles, so you can expand the group to eight players without changing the core mystery
what you get?
host guide
character files
printable evidence
tasting sheets
secret reveal page
instant PDF download
how it works
1 · download
2 · print & prepare
3 · play the mystery
4 · solve the case
who this game is for?
- small groups of friends or colleagues who enjoy beer
- hosts who want a tasting night that feels like an experience
- players who love story, secrets and a good reveal
- people who prefer mystery without violence or gore
- cosy evenings, cabin weekends or slow autumn nights in
Your friends think they're coming for a beer tasting.
Ten minutes later they're accusing each other of intercepting the legendary cask of Velvet No. 9.
what people are saying
Was a great interactive activity
So easy! Very happy with them!
The product was everything I expected.
why your guests will love this mystery tasting
- everyone is involved from start to finish – there is always a clue to share or a detail to notice.
- the beer tasting and the mystery are woven together, so every glass matters to the story.
- characters are easy to slip into, even for shy players.
- the tone stays cosy, clever and atmospheric instead of dark or gruesome.
- the reveal moment feels earned and satisfying, especially for the players who paid attention.
game overview
- players: 4 main roles, plus 4 optional guests (up to 8 players total)
- duration: about 90 minutes, depending on group size and tasting pace
- host: required and plays along as a full character
- setting: a cosy victorian English pub
- drinks: three beers (a rich mild ale, a hoppy india pale ale and a smoky porter)
- format: instant digital download (pdf)
- reveal: via secret code on a dedicated web page
Your next beer tasting is already on the calendar. Make sure it's the one everyone remembers.
frequently asked questions
Skip another ordinary beer tasting.
Turn it into a mystery your guests will remember.
ready to host the case of the vanished velvet?
download the game, print the files and choose three beers. your guests will arrive for a simple tasting and leave talking about the mystery at the velvet badger.