So now we know that this year’s edition contains Velvet Merlin/Merkin (Oatmeal Stout) and Good Foot (Barleywine)…and most likely Parabola (Imperial Stout) and Bravo (Barrel Aged Brown Ale) according to this post.

Watch Firestone Walker Brewmaster, Matt Brynildson, sweat as he is asked to explain the name, Velvet Merkin.

The duo, Brynildson and VP of Marketing, Jamie Smith, will be announcing two beers in the blend each week until XV is released in November. Read more about how XV Anniversary Ale is made.