2022
Brewmaster’s Collective
Welcome to the 2022 season of the Brewmaster’s Collective, Firestone Walker’s exclusive beer club.
“Now entering its second year, the Brewmaster’s Collective has proven to be a platform for the rarest and most imaginative beers in the history of Firestone Walker. For me and my team, the beer club is a dream come true—a creative outlet that enables us to explore entirely new ideas, flavors and ingredients.
Most important, the Brewmaster’s Collective allows us to personally connect with passionate craft beer enthusiasts and devoted Firestone Walker followers like you. I hope you will join us in 2022—our journey together is about to get even more interesting and rewarding.” -Brewmaster Matt Brynildson
2022 Membership is closed. Join the 2023 Waitlist.
Release Calendar
*All beers, shipping time & formats are subject to change
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JANUARY
Welcome Kit
We welcome you into our 2022 season with Collective Choice—a barrel-aged “pastry-esque” stout infused with vanilla, cocoa, cardamom, and sea salt, as voted on by 2021 club members. From your lips to our ears, and right into the barrel: our first beer made in collaboration with members! Your 2022 Welcome Pack also includes a 2022 membership card, a tasting journal, a bottle stopper, and a club logo gift.
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Collective Choice
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Ale with Vanilla, Cocoa, Cardamom & Sea Salt
2021 Club Members were given full reign on this beer. Given a list of potential adjuncts from Matt and his team, they were given the opportunity to vote and rank their favorite choices. Driven by those responses, we start off the 2022 year with “Collective Choice”, a blend of two barrel-aged beers with these member-voted adjuncts added.
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Collective Choice
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Ale with Vanilla, Cocoa, Cardamom & Sea Salt
2021 Club Members were given full reign on this beer. Given a list of potential adjuncts from Matt and his team, they were given the opportunity to vote and rank their favorite choices. Driven by those responses, we start off the 2022 year with “Collective Choice”, a blend of two barrel-aged beers with these member-voted adjuncts added.
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FEBRUARY
Parabola Collection
Parabola is one of the most highly regarded barrel-aged stouts in the world of craft. Now comes this special collection featuring the 2022 Parabola along with two new limited-edition variants, as well as a pair of unique creations from our Barrelworks wild ale cellar. The collection includes an exclusive Brewmaster’s Collective tasting glass.
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2022 Parabola
Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout
The next annual edition of our iconic imperial stout, aged for the first time in 12-year-old bourbon barrels to deepen and enrich the classic Parabola experience.
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Paraboloid
Paraboloid-Two Year Elite Barrel Aged Imperial Stout
A small-batch Parabola aged for two years in some of our most elite whiskey barrels. For the first-ever edition of Paraboloid, we used 14-year Old Fitzgerald Bourbon barrels and 18-year-old Sazerac Rye Whiskey barrels, creating an ultra-smooth mouthfeel with complementary flavors of fudge, leather and spice.
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Cherry Parabola
Imperial Stout aged in Brandy & Cherry Bitters Barrels with Fresh Cherries
A small-batch Parabola aged in brandy barrels with a complement matured in cherry bitters barrels, infusing the beer’s dark chocolate character with luscious fruit aromas and hints of sweet viscosity. An infusion of fresh cherries puts the proverbial cherry on top.
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Wild Pirate
American Wild Ale Aged in Bourbon and Rum Barrels with Strawberries and Vanilla
This treasure begins with a sour brown ale, aged in bourbon barrels for three years, then additional five months in Barbados Rum barrels. After soaking up these treasured barrel flavors, it was fermented local Monterey strawberries and parlayed with Madagascar Vanilla beans scavenged from across the seas.
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Frieky Bones
Wild Ale Fermented with Sour Cherries
A reimagination of Krieky Bones, Barrelworks’ Flanders-style Kriek beer. This time, we added twice the typical amount of Montmorency cherries to the beer, creating a limited-edition wild ale that doubles down on delicious fruit flavors.
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2022 Parabola
Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout
The next annual edition of our iconic imperial stout, aged for the first time in 12-year-old bourbon barrels to deepen and enrich the classic Parabola experience.
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Paraboloid
Paraboloid-Two Year Elite Barrel Aged Imperial Stout
A small-batch Parabola aged for two years in some of our most elite whiskey barrels. For the first-ever edition of Paraboloid, we used 14-year Old Fitzgerald Bourbon barrels and 18-year-old Sazerac Rye Whiskey barrels, creating an ultra-smooth mouthfeel with complementary flavors of fudge, leather and spice.
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Cherry Parabola
Imperial Stout aged in Brandy & Cherry Bitters Barrels with Fresh Cherries
A small-batch Parabola aged in brandy barrels with a complement matured in cherry bitters barrels, infusing the beer’s dark chocolate character with luscious fruit aromas and hints of sweet viscosity. An infusion of fresh cherries puts the proverbial cherry on top.
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Wild Pirate
American Wild Ale Aged in Bourbon and Rum Barrels with Strawberries and Vanilla
This treasure begins with a sour brown ale, aged in bourbon barrels for three years, then additional five months in Barbados Rum barrels. After soaking up these treasured barrel flavors, it was fermented local Monterey strawberries and parlayed with Madagascar Vanilla beans scavenged from across the seas.
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Frieky Bones
Wild Ale Fermented with Sour Cherries
A reimagination of Krieky Bones, Barrelworks’ Flanders-style Kriek beer. This time, we added twice the typical amount of Montmorency cherries to the beer, creating a limited-edition wild ale that doubles down on delicious fruit flavors.
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April
Spirited Fruits Collection
For this collection, we invited our barrelmeisters to unleash their creativity and forage for a variety of imaginative ingredients. The result is a quintet of fruit-inspired beers aged in an array of different spirits barrels, including three Vintage beers and two Barrelworks wild ales. The collection includes an exclusive Brewmaster’s Collective soft cooler.
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Desert Spoon
Blonde Barleywine Aged in Sotol Barrels
We venture onto new stomping grounds with our Helldorado aged in Sotol barrels. Sotol is a distilled spirit made from a Shrub commonly referred to as “desert spoon.” As tequila’s northern cousin, it produces fruity sweetness and herbaceous smoke flavors.
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Gold Rider
Cognac Barrel-Aged Barley Wine with Orange and Lemon Peel
A high-concept hybrid beer inspired by the Sidecar cocktail. We created an imaginative base brew, then aged it in 500-liter French Cognac barrels, with a complement matured in orange bitters barrels. A touch of fresh lemon juice perfects the experience.
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Daisy’s Favorite
Imperial Blonde Ale Aged in Gin barrels
Our barrelmeisters are working feverishly to finalize the concept. For now, be assured that a load of gin-inspired goodness is coming your way.
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Primal Elements
Tropical American Wild Ale
Batch two of Primal Elements comes at you with a light, refreshing tropical punch of flavor. Best enjoyed with toes in the sand or lounging in a hammock.
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Apricot Crisp
Wild Ale with Fruits, Oats, Almonds, and Spices
We got together with our friends at The Bruery to make a special pie crust-inspired base beer infused with toasted rolled oats and baking spices. Next, we added the “filling” by blending it with a Barrelworks-born wild ale co-fermented with fresh apricots and barrel-aged for two years prior to a final addition of apricot purée. The result is as nice as pie.
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Desert Spoon
Blonde Barleywine Aged in Sotol Barrels
We venture onto new stomping grounds with our Helldorado aged in Sotol barrels. Sotol is a distilled spirit made from a Shrub commonly referred to as “desert spoon.” As tequila’s northern cousin, it produces fruity sweetness and herbaceous smoke flavors.
BREWMASTER’S COLLECTIVE EXCLUSIVE
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Gold Rider
Cognac Barrel-Aged Barley Wine with Orange and Lemon Peel
A high-concept hybrid beer inspired by the Sidecar cocktail. We created an imaginative base brew, then aged it in 500-liter French Cognac barrels, with a complement matured in orange bitters barrels. A touch of fresh lemon juice perfects the experience.
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Daisy’s Favorite
Imperial Blonde Ale Aged in Gin barrels
Our barrelmeisters are working feverishly to finalize the concept. For now, be assured that a load of gin-inspired goodness is coming your way.
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Primal Elements
Tropical American Wild Ale
Batch two of Primal Elements comes at you with a light, refreshing tropical punch of flavor. Best enjoyed with toes in the sand or lounging in a hammock.
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Apricot Crisp
Wild Ale with Fruits, Oats, Almonds, and Spices
We got together with our friends at The Bruery to make a special pie crust-inspired base beer infused with toasted rolled oats and baking spices. Next, we added the “filling” by blending it with a Barrelworks-born wild ale co-fermented with fresh apricots and barrel-aged for two years prior to a final addition of apricot purée. The result is as nice as pie.
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MAY
Farmstead Collection
The inspiration for this collection comes straight from the farm. For starters, we are featuring three Vintage beer variants aged in barrels from our friends at WhistlePig Farm in Vermont, home of one of the world’s finest rye whiskeys. Then we are topping it off with two fresh, funky, and farmhouse-worthy wild ales from Barrelworks. The collection includes a selection of curated food pairings.
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Whistle Monkee
Central Coast Quad Ale Aged in Whistle Pig Whiskey Barrels
When WhistlePig came to town with a truckload full of spirits, we bartered for some of their fresh, wet rye whiskey barrels. We filled these barrels with our Stickee Monkee Central Coast Quad, then aged it for a year to achieve a perfect balance of rye spice notes with hints of Belgian candi sugar.
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Boiler Maker
Whistle Pig Whiskey Barrel Aged Stout
We had the pleasure of conducting a barrel swap with WhistlePig here in Paso Robles—providing us with the freshest, wettest rye whiskey barrels we’ve ever secured. We filled them the same day with our Velvet Merkin stout to create this barrel-aged masterwork inspired by the Boiler Maker cocktail.
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Stickee Pig
Central Coast Quad Ale Aged in Whistle Pig Whiskey Barrels with Maple Syrup
We aged our Stickee Monkee Central Coast Quad in high rye whiskey barrels from WhistlePig, then added a dollop of barrel-aged maple syrup from the WhistlePig Farm in Vermont. The result is a highly indulgent sticky beer that will keep you coming back for more.
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Mo’ B(r)etta Rosé
Wild Ale Fermented with Raspberries
An ultra-fruited special edition of our signature Bretta Rosé, a Belgian Framboise-style wild ale from Barrelworks. We took the original Bretta Rosé recipe, then doubled down on the fruit addition with 15,000 pounds of fresh locally grown raspberries. The result is an instant classic bursting with berry goodness.
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pFriem Collab
Belgian Style Farmhouse Ale
A blended saison made in collaboration with the good folks at pFriem Family Brewers in Hood River, Oregon. Inspired by a beer the pFriem first made with brewer (and Firestone Walker friend) Jenn Talley, we created this masterful blend of barrel-aged sour beer from Barrelworks crossed with a clean saison from our Propagator R&D brewhouse.
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Whistle Monkee
Central Coast Quad Ale Aged in Whistle Pig Whiskey Barrels
When WhistlePig came to town with a truckload full of spirits, we bartered for some of their fresh, wet rye whiskey barrels. We filled these barrels with our Stickee Monkee Central Coast Quad, then aged it for a year to achieve a perfect balance of rye spice notes with hints of Belgian candi sugar.
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Boiler Maker
Whistle Pig Whiskey Barrel Aged Stout
We had the pleasure of conducting a barrel swap with WhistlePig here in Paso Robles—providing us with the freshest, wettest rye whiskey barrels we’ve ever secured. We filled them the same day with our Velvet Merkin stout to create this barrel-aged masterwork inspired by the Boiler Maker cocktail.
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Stickee Pig
Central Coast Quad Ale Aged in Whistle Pig Whiskey Barrels with Maple Syrup
We aged our Stickee Monkee Central Coast Quad in high rye whiskey barrels from WhistlePig, then added a dollop of barrel-aged maple syrup from the WhistlePig Farm in Vermont. The result is a highly indulgent sticky beer that will keep you coming back for more.
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Mo’ B(r)etta Rosé
Wild Ale Fermented with Raspberries
An ultra-fruited special edition of our signature Bretta Rosé, a Belgian Framboise-style wild ale from Barrelworks. We took the original Bretta Rosé recipe, then doubled down on the fruit addition with 15,000 pounds of fresh locally grown raspberries. The result is an instant classic bursting with berry goodness.
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pFriem Collab
Belgian Style Farmhouse Ale
A blended saison made in collaboration with the good folks at pFriem Family Brewers in Hood River, Oregon. Inspired by a beer the pFriem first made with brewer (and Firestone Walker friend) Jenn Talley, we created this masterful blend of barrel-aged sour beer from Barrelworks crossed with a clean saison from our Propagator R&D brewhouse.
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AUGUST
Lion’s Den Collection
The Lion (a.k.a. David Walker) speaks loud and clear in this collection, which riffs on a few of his favorites such as DBA while including a throwback to his namesake beer, Walker’s Reserve. To top it off, this collection also features a collab with Highland Park and two “coolship” wild ales that were spontaneously fermented in the Lion’s own family barn. The collection includes an exclusive Brewmaster’s Collective tasting glass.
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Rye DDBA
Imperial Special Bitter Ale Aged in Rye Whiskey Barrels (500ml Bottle)
A special double edition of the beer that started it all for Firestone Walker: DBA. We added a dash of rye to the original DBA mash bill, then aged the beer in 10-year-old rye whiskey barrels. The peppery spice notes of the rye play perfectly off DBA’s caramel and butterscotch flavors, creating an amped-up iteration of a brewery classic.
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Walker’s Reserve
Barrel Aged Imperial Porter Made with Smoked Malts (500ml Bottle)
The return of a throwback porter with a few new twists. We dusted off the original Walker’s Reserve recipe and added a hint of beechwood-smoked malt. The beer was then aged for 12 months in eight-year-old bourbon barrels, creating a canvas of bourbon-soaked porter flavors with suggestions of s’mores from the campfire.
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Highland Park Collab
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Stout with Vanilla and Spices (500ml Bottle)
We brewed a heady imperial stout along with our friends at Highland Park, then aged it in eight-year-old wheated whiskey barrels. The finishing touches came when we infused the beer with whole Madagascar vanilla beans followed by a second infusion of some really special spices. You can expect massive, out-of-this-world flavor from this beer.
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Coolship Wild Ale
Spontaneously Fermented American Wild Ale
The journey of this beer began when we brewed a Lambic-style base beer at our Propagator R&D brewhouse. The hot wort was trucked up to David Walker’s farm, where it was transferred to a classic coolship vessel to initiate spontaneous fermentation. We repeated this experience for three consecutive years, resulting in this epic barrel-aged blend of all three lots.
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Fruited Coolship Wild Ale
Spontaneously Fermented American Wild Ale with Fruit
A special edition of our Coolship Wild Ale enhanced by an infusion of fresh fruits. While Barrelworks is renowned for its American-style fruited wild ales, this was our chance to pursue the classical art of creating an authentic fruited Lambic-style beer.
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Rye DDBA
Imperial Special Bitter Ale Aged in Rye Whiskey Barrels (500ml Bottle)
A special double edition of the beer that started it all for Firestone Walker: DBA. We added a dash of rye to the original DBA mash bill, then aged the beer in 10-year-old rye whiskey barrels. The peppery spice notes of the rye play perfectly off DBA’s caramel and butterscotch flavors, creating an amped-up iteration of a brewery classic.
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Walker’s Reserve
Barrel Aged Imperial Porter Made with Smoked Malts (500ml Bottle)
The return of a throwback porter with a few new twists. We dusted off the original Walker’s Reserve recipe and added a hint of beechwood-smoked malt. The beer was then aged for 12 months in eight-year-old bourbon barrels, creating a canvas of bourbon-soaked porter flavors with suggestions of s’mores from the campfire.
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Highland Park Collab
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Stout with Vanilla and Spices (500ml Bottle)
We brewed a heady imperial stout along with our friends at Highland Park, then aged it in eight-year-old wheated whiskey barrels. The finishing touches came when we infused the beer with whole Madagascar vanilla beans followed by a second infusion of some really special spices. You can expect massive, out-of-this-world flavor from this beer.
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Coolship Wild Ale
Spontaneously Fermented American Wild Ale
The journey of this beer began when we brewed a Lambic-style base beer at our Propagator R&D brewhouse. The hot wort was trucked up to David Walker’s farm, where it was transferred to a classic coolship vessel to initiate spontaneous fermentation. We repeated this experience for three consecutive years, resulting in this epic barrel-aged blend of all three lots.
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Fruited Coolship Wild Ale
Spontaneously Fermented American Wild Ale with Fruit
A special edition of our Coolship Wild Ale enhanced by an infusion of fresh fruits. While Barrelworks is renowned for its American-style fruited wild ales, this was our chance to pursue the classical art of creating an authentic fruited Lambic-style beer.
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OCTOBER
Anniversary Collection
Experience an eclectic immersion into our iconic Vintage program. It all begins with “XXVI,” our latest Anniversary Ale—the beer that put our Vintage program on the map starting in 2006. Into this mix, we have included an adjunct stout that members will name, and a big collab with Side Project Brewing. From Barrelworks, we bring the next edition from the Terroir Project and a riff on the classic SLOambic. The collection includes packaged pairings to explore with the beers.
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Anniversary XXVI
Blended Barrel-Aged Ale
Every summer, we embark on an annual rite: the creation of our next Anniversary Ale, blended with the help of local winemakers. The ritual continues this year with the release of XXVI, in celebration of Firestone Walker’s 26th anniversary. The result is always an uncommon experience of complexity and dimension.
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Member Name Contest
Stout With Adjuncts
While the barrelmeisters are taking their time on this one, keeping the deets close to the vest, we’ve got a fun opportunity for members on this one. The beer will be named by club members themselves. Stay tuned, it could be you!
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Side Project Collab
Vintage Ale
A barrel-aged ale made with our friends at Side Project. We’ll share what’s in store as the collaboration unfolds.
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Terroir Cinq
Wild Ale Fermented with Local Grapes
The fifth edition from our Terroir Project beer-wine hybrid project. More details are to be revealed as the final blending moment draws near.
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Gigantic SLOambic
Wild Ale Fermented with Olallieberries
Our beloved SLOambic returns with a gigantic new twist by way of a whole lot of olallieberries. Stay tuned for more info.
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Anniversary XXVI
Blended Barrel-Aged Ale
Every summer, we embark on an annual rite: the creation of our next Anniversary Ale, blended with the help of local winemakers. The ritual continues this year with the release of XXVI, in celebration of Firestone Walker’s 26th anniversary. The result is always an uncommon experience of complexity and dimension.
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Member Name Contest
Stout With Adjuncts
While the barrelmeisters are taking their time on this one, keeping the deets close to the vest, we’ve got a fun opportunity for members on this one. The beer will be named by club members themselves. Stay tuned, it could be you!
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Side Project Collab
Vintage Ale
A barrel-aged ale made with our friends at Side Project. We’ll share what’s in store as the collaboration unfolds.
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Terroir Cinq
Wild Ale Fermented with Local Grapes
The fifth edition from our Terroir Project beer-wine hybrid project. More details are to be revealed as the final blending moment draws near.
BREWMASTER’S COLLECTIVE EXCLUSIVE
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Gigantic SLOambic
Wild Ale Fermented with Olallieberries
Our beloved SLOambic returns with a gigantic new twist by way of a whole lot of olallieberries. Stay tuned for more info.
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NOVEMBER
Best Mates Collection
Get ready for a full-on swoon as we deliver a powerful trio of Vintage barrel-aged beers. The collection features the comeback of Parabajava and §ucaba alongside a beast of a collaboration with The Bruery, riffing off their iconic Black Tuesday Stout. Two collaborative wild ales round out the experience from Barrelworks. The collection includes exclusive club merch.
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Bruery Collab
Imperial Stout Aged in Bourbon Barrels
Once again, we leaned on our friends at The Bruery to help us brew a massive barrel-aged imperial stout that will keep your soul warm during the winter season.
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Parabajava
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Imperial Coffee Stout
Our coveted Parabola variant returns just in time for holiday season sipping. The dark chocolate intensity of Parabola plus the goodness of fresh-roasted coffee—‘nuff said!
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§ucaba
Barley Wine
The cult classic returns exclusively for club members in 2022. Confoundingly unpronounceable yet eminently drinkable— an epic barrel-aged English barley wine whose original name was undone by a two-bit legal challenge. After all, barley wine is life…
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Side Project Collab
Wild Ale
We have teamed up with our friends at Side Project to unleash a new child into the wild. Stay tuned for more details.
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Beachwood Collab
American Wild Ale Fermented with Peaches and Sage
Prepare to be blown away by this artful wild ale, made in collaboration with our friends at Beachwood Brewing.
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Bruery Collab
Imperial Stout Aged in Bourbon Barrels
Once again, we leaned on our friends at The Bruery to help us brew a massive barrel-aged imperial stout that will keep your soul warm during the winter season.
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Parabajava
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Imperial Coffee Stout
Our coveted Parabola variant returns just in time for holiday season sipping. The dark chocolate intensity of Parabola plus the goodness of fresh-roasted coffee—‘nuff said!
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§ucaba
Barley Wine
The cult classic returns exclusively for club members in 2022. Confoundingly unpronounceable yet eminently drinkable— an epic barrel-aged English barley wine whose original name was undone by a two-bit legal challenge. After all, barley wine is life…
BREWMASTER’S COLLECTIVE EXCLUSIVE
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Side Project Collab
Wild Ale
We have teamed up with our friends at Side Project to unleash a new child into the wild. Stay tuned for more details.
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Beachwood Collab
American Wild Ale Fermented with Peaches and Sage
Prepare to be blown away by this artful wild ale, made in collaboration with our friends at Beachwood Brewing.
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Shipping with Parabola Collection
Welcome Pack
As a member of Bremaster’s Collective, we’ll make it official and start you off with a stainless steel membership card, leather coasters, custom playing cards and Dark Ray—our first “Brewmaster’s Reserve Exclusive” beer. Welcome Pack will arrive with your Parabola Collection.
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Dark Ray
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Blended Ale with Vanilla, Cocoa Nibs, and Toasted Coconut
ABV: 11.6% IBU: 40 SRM: 110
Introducing Dark Ray—your Brewmaster’s Collective welcome beer and our first “BR Exclusive.” We went all out to create this beer, working with a third-generation local vanilla importer to secure Madagascar vanilla beans. We incorporated the beans into a special bourbon barrel-aged ale along with 400 pounds of coconut and 300 pounds of cocoa nibs. The result is an epic new beer to kick your membership off.
Cases Produced: 300
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Dark Ray
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Blended Ale with Vanilla, Cocoa Nibs, and Toasted Coconut
ABV: 11.6% IBU: 40 SRM: 110
Introducing Dark Ray—your Brewmaster’s Collective welcome beer and our first “BR Exclusive.” We went all out to create this beer, working with a third-generation local vanilla importer to secure Madagascar vanilla beans. We incorporated the beans into a special bourbon barrel-aged ale along with 400 pounds of coconut and 300 pounds of cocoa nibs. The result is an epic new beer to kick your membership off.
Cases Produced: 300
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Shipping Late February
Parabola Collection
Experience the ultimate immersion into the world of Parabola. This collection features the latest release of our iconic barrel-aged imperial stout along with two exciting variants that take the Parabola experience to new heights. Includes a pair of custom Glencairn glasses.
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2021 Parabola
Imperial stout aged in whiskey barrels
ABV: 13.6% IBU: 55 SRM: 160
Aged for first time in an equal mix of bourbon, rye and wheat whiskey barrels, accentuating Parabola’s signature richness and intensity with vintage-specific hints of black pepper and cereal grain.
Cases Produced: 3250
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Double Barrel Parabola
Imperial Stout aged in Whiskey Barrels
ABV: 15.5% IBU: 48 SRM: 160
A small-batch Parabola matured for 12 months in premium bourbon barrels, then transferred to a separate lot of wheat whiskey barrels for an additional year of aging—all for an impossibly smooth sipping experience.
Cases Produced: 450
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Amburana Parabola
Imperial Stout aged in Bourbon Barrels with Amburana Wood
ABV: 14.6% IBU: 55 SRM: 160
A small-batch Parabola aged for 12 months in premium eight-year-old bourbon barrels, then circulated with spirals of Brazilian Amburana hardwood to impart exotic hints of vanilla and baking spice.
Cases Produced: 450
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2021 Parabola
Imperial stout aged in whiskey barrels
ABV: 13.6% IBU: 55 SRM: 160
Aged for first time in an equal mix of bourbon, rye and wheat whiskey barrels, accentuating Parabola’s signature richness and intensity with vintage-specific hints of black pepper and cereal grain.
Cases Produced: 3250
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Double Barrel Parabola
Imperial Stout aged in Whiskey Barrels
ABV: 15.5% IBU: 48 SRM: 160
A small-batch Parabola matured for 12 months in premium bourbon barrels, then transferred to a separate lot of wheat whiskey barrels for an additional year of aging—all for an impossibly smooth sipping experience.
Cases Produced: 450
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Amburana Parabola
Imperial Stout aged in Bourbon Barrels with Amburana Wood
ABV: 14.6% IBU: 55 SRM: 160
A small-batch Parabola aged for 12 months in premium eight-year-old bourbon barrels, then circulated with spirals of Brazilian Amburana hardwood to impart exotic hints of vanilla and baking spice.
Cases Produced: 450
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Shipping Early April
Feral Collab Collection
We got together with some of our most feral friends to create this eclectic wild ale collection, featuring two collaborations as well as the latest release of Feral One from Barrelworks. Includes a pair of Teku Taster glasses.
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Beerjolais
Wild Ale Fermented with Red Grape Skins
ABV: 6.7%
Once again, Barrelworks Master Blender Jim Crooks has been foraging out in the vineyards, this time in collaboration with Santa Barbara County’s Whitcraft Winery. Co-fermenting a special wild ale with Whitcraft’s freshly-pressed red grape skins, he has created the beer world’s answer to Beaujolais Nouveau.
Cases Produced: 136
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Feral One Batch 8
American Wild Ale
ABV: 6.1%
Our new annual release marking Barrelworks’ 8th anniversary, Feral One is a blend of select barrels made as an ode to traditional Belgian farmhouse beers. Experience the beer that started it all for Barrelworks.
Cases Produced: 194
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All Things Go
Mixed Fermentation Wild Ale with White Grapes
ABV: 9.0%
Anything goes in “All Things Go” as we embark on this rootsy collaboration with Austin’s Jester King Brewery. Combining grapes from Curtis Vineyards—all macerated by foot—with Jester King’s proprietary yeast and bacteria cultures, we have created a hybrid wild ale that will dazzle your palate.
Cases Produced: 124
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Beerjolais
Wild Ale Fermented with Red Grape Skins
ABV: 6.7%
Once again, Barrelworks Master Blender Jim Crooks has been foraging out in the vineyards, this time in collaboration with Santa Barbara County’s Whitcraft Winery. Co-fermenting a special wild ale with Whitcraft’s freshly-pressed red grape skins, he has created the beer world’s answer to Beaujolais Nouveau.
Cases Produced: 136
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE
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Feral One Batch 8
American Wild Ale
ABV: 6.1%
Our new annual release marking Barrelworks’ 8th anniversary, Feral One is a blend of select barrels made as an ode to traditional Belgian farmhouse beers. Experience the beer that started it all for Barrelworks.
Cases Produced: 194
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All Things Go
Mixed Fermentation Wild Ale with White Grapes
ABV: 9.0%
Anything goes in “All Things Go” as we embark on this rootsy collaboration with Austin’s Jester King Brewery. Combining grapes from Curtis Vineyards—all macerated by foot—with Jester King’s proprietary yeast and bacteria cultures, we have created a hybrid wild ale that will dazzle your palate.
Cases Produced: 124
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Shipping Late May
Cocktail Collection
Barrel Program Manager Eric Ponce is always pushing the envelope of flavor and innovation, using inspired ingredients to produce beers that echo your favorite cocktails. This collection features his latest creations as well as special glassware.
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Mezca-limón
Mezcal & Orange Bitters Barrel Aged Ale Brewed with Agave Nectar, Chili, Sea Salt, & Lime Peel
ABV: 13.5% IBU: 14 SRM: 28
Echoing the traditional Mezcalita recipe, this specialty base beer was brewed with agave, chile peppers, sea salt, and aged in mezcal and orange bitters barrels, all finished with a touch of lime zest to offer an authentic sipping experience inspired by the Mezcalita cocktail.
Cases Produced: 1700
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Waukesha Press
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Cocktail Inspired Blended Ale with Lemon Peel
ABV: 10.2% IBU: 18 SRM: 15
The Whiskey Sour was originated and popularized in Waukesha, Wisconsin. It also happens to be our Brewmaster’s favorite bourbon cocktail. Waukesha Press is our take on this classic elixir that mixes the kick of bourbon with aromatics of cherry and orange; a touch of tartness; and a pop of fresh lemon.
Cases Produced: 300
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Tequila Barrel Sunrise
Tequila Barrel-Aged Cocktail Inspired Ale with Orange Peel and Hibiscus
ABV: 11% IBU: 21 SRM: 28
Tequila Barrel Sunrise is a spirited riff on the classic namesake cocktail, aged in Extra Añejo tequila barrels and infused with orange zest and hibiscus. The result is a uniquely delicious blonde barleywine that offers an authentic Tequila Sunrise sipping experience.
Cases Produced: 750
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Mezca-limón
Mezcal & Orange Bitters Barrel Aged Ale Brewed with Agave Nectar, Chili, Sea Salt, & Lime Peel
ABV: 13.5% IBU: 14 SRM: 28
Echoing the traditional Mezcalita recipe, this specialty base beer was brewed with agave, chile peppers, sea salt, and aged in mezcal and orange bitters barrels, all finished with a touch of lime zest to offer an authentic sipping experience inspired by the Mezcalita cocktail.
Cases Produced: 1700
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Waukesha Press
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Cocktail Inspired Blended Ale with Lemon Peel
ABV: 10.2% IBU: 18 SRM: 15
The Whiskey Sour was originated and popularized in Waukesha, Wisconsin. It also happens to be our Brewmaster’s favorite bourbon cocktail. Waukesha Press is our take on this classic elixir that mixes the kick of bourbon with aromatics of cherry and orange; a touch of tartness; and a pop of fresh lemon.
Cases Produced: 300
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Tequila Barrel Sunrise
Tequila Barrel-Aged Cocktail Inspired Ale with Orange Peel and Hibiscus
ABV: 11% IBU: 21 SRM: 28
Tequila Barrel Sunrise is a spirited riff on the classic namesake cocktail, aged in Extra Añejo tequila barrels and infused with orange zest and hibiscus. The result is a uniquely delicious blonde barleywine that offers an authentic Tequila Sunrise sipping experience.
Cases Produced: 750
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Shipping Late July
Big Things Collection
With one of the most storied barrel-aging programs in craft beer, we are always acquiring barrels from premium spirits producers and dreaming up new ways to create with them. For this collection, we are going big with not one, but two exclusive “large format” barrel-aged beers accompanied by special glassware.
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Dreamwood
Parabola Imperial Stout Double Barrel Aged in Rare Bourbon Barrels
ABV: 16% IBU: 48 SRM: 155
For this exclusive release, we aged Parabola in 15-year-old Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon Barrels for 1 year, then an additional 6 months in 23-year-old Pappy Van Winkle Barrels, housed in 750ml bottles. Go big or go home.
Cases Produced: 150
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Skipping Time
Imperial Stout Aged in Bourbon Barrels with Toasted Macadamia Nuts, Coffee & Vanilla Beans
ABV: 11.5% IBU: 50 SRM: 150
This 750ml exclusive release features our Imperial Stout aged in bourbon barrels with toasted macadamia nuts, coffee, & Madagascar vanilla beans. A grown-up version of your favorite island coffee.
Cases Produced: 300
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Dreamwood
Parabola Imperial Stout Double Barrel Aged in Rare Bourbon Barrels
ABV: 16% IBU: 48 SRM: 155
For this exclusive release, we aged Parabola in 15-year-old Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon Barrels for 1 year, then an additional 6 months in 23-year-old Pappy Van Winkle Barrels, housed in 750ml bottles. Go big or go home.
Cases Produced: 150
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Skipping Time
Imperial Stout Aged in Bourbon Barrels with Toasted Macadamia Nuts, Coffee & Vanilla Beans
ABV: 11.5% IBU: 50 SRM: 150
This 750ml exclusive release features our Imperial Stout aged in bourbon barrels with toasted macadamia nuts, coffee, & Madagascar vanilla beans. A grown-up version of your favorite island coffee.
Cases Produced: 300
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Shipping Mid August
Wild Fruits Collection
With a background in food science and a passion for all things edible, Barrelworks Master Blender Jim Crooks continually forages for unique ingredients in the pursuit of head-spinning flavors. This collection showcases some of his greatest finds and craziest creations. Includes special glassware.
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Primal Elements – 4-pack 16oz cans
American Wild Ale
An unbelievably crushable, fresh take on our wild ales loaded with fruit flavors and aromas.
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Frazzle Sass
Fruited Wild Ale
Originally intended for FWIBF 2020, this beer made in conjunction with Fonta Flora, an ale with nectarines and apricots pops with fresh aromas and signature funk from our wild brethren in North Carolina.
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Parallel Whispers
Fruited Wild Ale
We invited our friends from Yeast of Eden in Salinas to help us get wild with some olallieberries.
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE
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Primal Elements – 4-pack 16oz cans
American Wild Ale
An unbelievably crushable, fresh take on our wild ales loaded with fruit flavors and aromas.
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Frazzle Sass
Fruited Wild Ale
Originally intended for FWIBF 2020, this beer made in conjunction with Fonta Flora, an ale with nectarines and apricots pops with fresh aromas and signature funk from our wild brethren in North Carolina.
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Parallel Whispers
Fruited Wild Ale
We invited our friends from Yeast of Eden in Salinas to help us get wild with some olallieberries.
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE
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Shipping Late September
Terroir Collection
Our Terroir Project is all about blurring the genres of beer and wine to explore how ‘terroir’—or sense of place—drives what we taste. It’s a genre-bending journey taking beer into new creative spaces. True to form, this collection showcases our finest wine-beer hybrids, revealing the unlikely synergy between grape and grain. Includes special glassware.
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Terroir Trois
Wild Ale Fermented with Zinfandel Grapes
ABV: 11.3%
Terroir Trois features a base beer composed of Zinfandel grapes picked 10 miles from the brewery at Santa Ynez Vineyard in the Happy Canyon AVA. After carbonic maceration, it spent 18 months in French oak barrels with native flora from Santa Ynez Vineyard.
Cases Produced: 100
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Vine Minded
Wine & Whiskey Barrel-Aged Blended Ale Fermented with White Wine Grapes
ABV: 10.4%
Vine Minded is the first-ever collaboration between our Vintage and Barrelworks programs, made specifically for the Brewmaster’s Collective. We blended a wheatwine and a matured Barrelworks wild ale, both produced using 4 grape varietals each. This curious and compelling concoction is loaded with rich caramel and honey aromas expected from our vintage beers, married with the fruity and earthy complexity brought by the wild ale addition.
Cases Produced: 150
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Terroir Quatre
Wild Ale Fermented with Cinsault Grapes
ABV: 9.5%
Terroir Quatre features a base beer composed of Cinsault grapes picked 10 miles from the brewery at Curtis Vineyard, Area 51. After carbonic maceration, it spent 9 months in French oak barrels with a proprietary Flora from Curtis Vineyards.
Cases Produced: 100
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Terroir Trois
Wild Ale Fermented with Zinfandel Grapes
ABV: 11.3%
Terroir Trois features a base beer composed of Zinfandel grapes picked 10 miles from the brewery at Santa Ynez Vineyard in the Happy Canyon AVA. After carbonic maceration, it spent 18 months in French oak barrels with native flora from Santa Ynez Vineyard.
Cases Produced: 100
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Vine Minded
Wine & Whiskey Barrel-Aged Blended Ale Fermented with White Wine Grapes
ABV: 10.4%
Vine Minded is the first-ever collaboration between our Vintage and Barrelworks programs, made specifically for the Brewmaster’s Collective. We blended a wheatwine and a matured Barrelworks wild ale, both produced using 4 grape varietals each. This curious and compelling concoction is loaded with rich caramel and honey aromas expected from our vintage beers, married with the fruity and earthy complexity brought by the wild ale addition.
Cases Produced: 150
BREWMASTER’S COLLECTIVE EXCLUSIVE
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Terroir Quatre
Wild Ale Fermented with Cinsault Grapes
ABV: 9.5%
Terroir Quatre features a base beer composed of Cinsault grapes picked 10 miles from the brewery at Curtis Vineyard, Area 51. After carbonic maceration, it spent 9 months in French oak barrels with a proprietary Flora from Curtis Vineyards.
Cases Produced: 100
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE
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Shipping Late October
Anniversary Collection
In our 25th anniversary year, we are taking our legendary Anniversary Ale program to the next level. This beer was blended with the help of our local winemaker friends, as well as two of our very own Brewmaster’s Collective club members. In addition to enjoying our latest Anniversary Ale—XXV—this collection includes each of the component beers used in the blend, for the first time ever.
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XXV Anniversary
Barrel-Aged Blended Ale
ABV: 11.5%
Every summer, we embark on an annual rite: the creation of our next Anniversary Ale, blended with the help of local winemakers, and have sought their involvement ever since making our first Anniversary Ale in 2006. This year, we invited two lucky Club Members to join the blending– one making history as a part of the team whose winning blend is now the milestone 25th Anniversary Ale!
CLUB PARTICIPANTS: Paul R. & Kevin A.
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Tequila Barrel Merkin
IBU: 15 SRM: 8.5
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Brandy Barrel Barley Wine
Barley Wine Ale Aged in Brandy Barrels
IBU: 20 SRM: 22
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Whiskey Barrel Wheat Wine
Wheat Wine Ale Brewed with White Grape Juice Aged in Wheated Whiskey Barrels
IBU: 17 SRM: 14
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2021 Parabola
Imperial Stout Aged in Bourbon Barrels
IBU: 55 SRM: 16
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Stickee Monkee
Central Coast Quad Ale Aged in Bourbon Barrels
ABV: 12.3 IBU: 29 SRM: 82
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XXV Anniversary
Barrel-Aged Blended Ale
ABV: 11.5%
Every summer, we embark on an annual rite: the creation of our next Anniversary Ale, blended with the help of local winemakers, and have sought their involvement ever since making our first Anniversary Ale in 2006. This year, we invited two lucky Club Members to join the blending– one making history as a part of the team whose winning blend is now the milestone 25th Anniversary Ale!
CLUB PARTICIPANTS: Paul R. & Kevin A.
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Tequila Barrel Merkin
IBU: 15 SRM: 8.5
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Brandy Barrel Barley Wine
Barley Wine Ale Aged in Brandy Barrels
IBU: 20 SRM: 22
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Whiskey Barrel Wheat Wine
Wheat Wine Ale Brewed with White Grape Juice Aged in Wheated Whiskey Barrels
IBU: 17 SRM: 14
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2021 Parabola
Imperial Stout Aged in Bourbon Barrels
IBU: 55 SRM: 16
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Stickee Monkee
Central Coast Quad Ale Aged in Bourbon Barrels
ABV: 12.3 IBU: 29 SRM: 82
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Shipping Late November
Black Friday Collection
We are going all out for Black Friday once again, this time curating a collection of Barrelworks and Vintage creations that is designed to blow minds. Your palate will never be the same after experiencing this enlightening trio of beers. Includes special glassware.
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Royal Street
Blended Ale Aged in Cognac, Rye Whiskey, Bitters, and Absinthe Barrels with Lemon Juice
ABV: 13% IBU: 18 SRM: 30
In a noble feat, Barrel Program Manager Eric Ponce, got his hands on some nearly unattainable 18-year-old Sazerac Rye barrels, French Cognac barrels, and Absinthe barrels to mature this beer. The addition of lemon juice leaves this beer reflecting the dignified flavors of the classic Sazerac.
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Berry Cherry Cobbler
American Wild Ale Fermented with Blackberries, Cherries, and Vanilla
ABV: 5.8%
We decided to jump back into the berry bush to deliver a tantalizing blend of flavors derived from blackberries, cherries, and vanilla beans for this release. This blend is built upon a base of our saison style ale, matured for 24-36 months in French oak barrels, with heaps of tart Montmorency cherries, and locally-grown blackberries. Into this flavor fusion, we added Madagascar vanilla beans to help tie the room together.
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No Ordinary Cherry
Wine and Bourbon Barrel-Aged Blended Ale with Cherries
ABV: 9.4
Matt and his team are curating the details of this beer. We will share more specifics closer to the ship date, but we’ve heard rumors of a collaborative blend between our Vintage and Barrelworks programs, pairing a stout with some wild cherries
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Royal Street
Blended Ale Aged in Cognac, Rye Whiskey, Bitters, and Absinthe Barrels with Lemon Juice
ABV: 13% IBU: 18 SRM: 30
In a noble feat, Barrel Program Manager Eric Ponce, got his hands on some nearly unattainable 18-year-old Sazerac Rye barrels, French Cognac barrels, and Absinthe barrels to mature this beer. The addition of lemon juice leaves this beer reflecting the dignified flavors of the classic Sazerac.
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Berry Cherry Cobbler
American Wild Ale Fermented with Blackberries, Cherries, and Vanilla
ABV: 5.8%
We decided to jump back into the berry bush to deliver a tantalizing blend of flavors derived from blackberries, cherries, and vanilla beans for this release. This blend is built upon a base of our saison style ale, matured for 24-36 months in French oak barrels, with heaps of tart Montmorency cherries, and locally-grown blackberries. Into this flavor fusion, we added Madagascar vanilla beans to help tie the room together.
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No Ordinary Cherry
Wine and Bourbon Barrel-Aged Blended Ale with Cherries
ABV: 9.4
Matt and his team are curating the details of this beer. We will share more specifics closer to the ship date, but we’ve heard rumors of a collaborative blend between our Vintage and Barrelworks programs, pairing a stout with some wild cherries
BREWMASTER’S COLLECTIVE EXCLUSIVE
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Brewmaster’s
Collective 2022
Brewmaster Matt Brynildson shares insight on the 2022 Brewmaster’s Collective program.
WatchThe Benefits
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Six Collections + Welcome Kit + Birthday Gift
Three Vintage and Two Barrelworks beers per collection
31 total beers: 19 Vintage | 12 Barrelworks 17 Club Exclusives | 10 Collaborations
Collections include either:
Glass | Merchandise | Pairings
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Prepaid Membership $575
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Collection Installments $625
($175 at enrollment + $75 prior to each Collection)
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
15% off beer & merch | 10% off at Taprooms
Free Shipping on all additional online orders over $25 for CA members
Virtual or on-site tastings
Monthly member happy hours at all three locations
Free tours at the Paso Robles Brewery
Lottery access to purchase 2022 From the Barrel and Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest tickets
Event privileges such as member lounges at Signature Events
Member-only ticketed dinners and events
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Location Pick-Up (Free | 2 week window)
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Additional Shipping Charges Apply
Available to residents of CA, DC, KY, NE, NH, ND, PA, VT & VA
The Brewers
Master Blender
Jim Crooks
Jim “Sour Jim” Crooks is the originator and mastermind behind Barrelworks, which began as an illicit personal project before growing into a legitimate wild ale enterprise. Jim joined Firestone Walker in 2001 and acted as our quality control director before being turned loose to pursue all things wild. With a background in food science, Jim continually forages for unique ingredients in the pursuit of head-spinning flavors and balanced drinkability.
The Brewmaster
Matt Brynildson
Matt Brynildson’s nickname says it all: “Merlin.” Renowned as one of the world’s leading brewmasters, Matt has worked his magic at Firestone Walker since 2001. He has been named “Champion Brewmaster” four times at the World Beer Cup and “Brewer of the Year” six times at the Great American Beer Festival. Matt established our Vintage spirits barrel program in 2006, helping spark the revolution in barrel-aged beers with Parabola, Anniversary Ale and other iconic creations.
Barrel Program Manager
Eric Ponce
Eric Ponce is a force in the world of barrel-aged beers. After cutting his teeth at several breweries here and abroad, he was recruited by Firestone Walker in 2017 and immediately took our Vintage program to the next level. Eric draws upon his Mexican heritage, his passion for food and his diverse brewing experience to bring extreme creativity to his barrel-aging recipes—from straight-up classics to exotic cocktail and culinary-inspired beers.
What do I get with my membership?
As a member of the Brewmaster’s Collective, you’ll receive six shipments of five beers each. Each will consist of three barrel-aged Vintage beers, two Barrelworks Wild ales, and either glassware, pairings, or club merchandise. Membership also grants you the ability to purchase additional bottles of Brewmaster’s Collective exclusive beers, early access to beer releases, 15% off all beer and merchandise, and 10% off dining at our three Taprooms. Virtual or onsite tastings will be offered for selected beers.
Free shipping on additional orders
Members in California receive free shipping on all additional orders over $25 for the calendar year of 2022. Collection shipments will be charged applicable shipping rates (7 recurring charges: Welcome Kit + 6 Collections) if not opting for free location pick up, but all additional online orders over $25 will ship free within CA.
When should I expect my Collection Shipments?
Shipping: You’ll receive an email notification approximately one week prior to shipping (and installment charges, if enrolled). Please be sure to keep your current shipping address updated in your default address in your Shopify profile.
NOTE: Shipping webstore orders to another address will automatically change your default address. It is the responsibility of the member to revert this to the appropriate shipping address prior to the provided deadline.
Location Pick-ups: You’ll receive an email with a pickup window of two weeks to pick up your Collection boxes at your dedicated location. If you are unable to pick it up within the two-week window, your Collection can be shipped for an additional charge. Shipments not picked up may be forfeited.
Payments
Annual Membership: Annual memberships are $575 for the entire year’s program. Shipping is not included and is an additional charge.
Collection Installments: Collection Installments consist of seven total payments: $175 at the time of enrollment, followed by six payments of $75 prior to each Collection. You’ll receive a notification prior to charges being processed. Enrolling for the year program commits to paying all seven payments equalling a total of $625. Shipping is not included and is an additional charge.
Gift Memberships
Gifted memberships can be purchased for other adults over the age of 21, if being shipped to one of the following states: CA, DC, KY, NE, NH, ND, PA, VT, VA. Prepaid shipping is recommended for gifted memberships. Please email BrewmastersCollective@FirestoneBeer.com with your order number, recipient’s name, shipping address, and email after purchase so we can transfer the membership to the appropriate account.
Collection Shipping Options
Location Pick-ups: You’ll receive an email with a pickup window of two weeks to pick up your Collection boxes at your dedicated location. If you are unable to pick it up within the two-week window, your Collection can be shipped for an additional charge. Shipments not picked up may be forfeited.
Recurring Shipping: You’ll be charged the appropriate FedEx shipping rate prior to each collection to your designated shipping address. Payment for each Collection shipping charge will be processed in a separate transaction from your installment payments (if applicable).
Gift Prepaid Shipping: If you’re purchasing a membership as a gift for someone else and want to pay for the shipping in full upfront, you’ll be charged one time for of the appropriate FedEx shipping rate of all seven shipments to the shipping address listed (Welcome Kit + 6 Collections).
Credit Card Defaults
If you’ve purchased the Collection Installment membership or Recurring shipping option and your card is declined for any reason, you’ll be notified of the default. A two-week grace period will be given to complete payment. If payment is not received within two weeks, your membership will be canceled and benefits revoked.
Can I join at any time?
Brewmaster’s Collective membership is closed for the year. You can join the waitlist for 2023 by submitting your email address on the Brewmaster’s Collective website. Joining the waitlist does not guarantee membership, but will give you advanced notice of the 2023 membership enrollment period.
Will there be member events?
We plan to host onsite events (to be announced) in the form of both onsite Collection tastings, ticketed events and dinners, and additional member benefits at signature events.
Our top priority is the health and safety of our fellow craft beer fans and our employees, therefore all events are not guaranteed and are subject to change or cancellation depending on the ongoing progression of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Are there any limitations with my member discounts?
Your Brewmaster’s Collective membership card must be presented alongside your valid ID to receive discounts at our Taproom and Brew Store locations. Your member discount of 15% on merchandise and beer-to-go is valid online and at all three retail locations. Exclusions on certain items do apply but are minimal. Please see associate for details. A dining discount of 10% is valid for membership holders, plus three guests. Discounts cannot be combined with any other offer.
Brewery Tours
Paso Robles Brewery Tours will be complimentary for club members plus three guests. All tours are subject to availability, advanced booking required, and not guaranteed. Please book online and use promo code “collective2022” to redeem the discount at checkout. Booking must be made under the member’s name and be present with the group. Masks and closed-toed shoes are required to enter the brewhouse.
Note: While we are a 24-hour brewery, most of the visible activity in the brewhouse happens on weekdays. If you book a tour on the weekend, be prepared for minimal visible brewhouse activity.
Member Happy Hours
Member happy hours will be held once a month at each of our three locations on the third full weekend (Fri-Sun) of each month. There will be a designated area for members to mingle and receive discounts. Member must be present and present membership card to gain access to area and discounts. Menus, discounts, dates and times are all subject to change. Members are allowed one guest for Happy Hour benefits.
Paso Robles: Third Friday of each month, 4-6 pm: Jan 21, Feb 18, March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, Aug 19, Sept 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 16
Buellton: Third Saturday of each month, 4-6 pm: Jan 22, Feb 19, March 19, April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, Aug 20, Sept 17, Oct 22, Nov 19, Dec 17
Venice: Third Sunday of each month, 4-6 pm: Jan 23*, Feb 20, March 20, April TBD, May 22*, June 19, July 17, Aug 21, Sept 18, Oct 22*, Nov 20, Dec 18
*Note: 4th Sunday due to starting day of the month
Signature Event Ticket Access
Members will have lottery access to purchase a limited quantity of tickets to the 2022 Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest (FWIBF) and 2022 From the Barrel. Ticket cost is not discounted. Members will have the ability to enter sweepstakes to win the opportunity to purchase two tickets to the event. Each event will have its own sweepstakes and must be entered to win; members will not be automatically entered. Winners will be drawn at random and will be given a timeframe to purchase up to 2 tickets. If tickets are not purchased by the end of the provided window, tickets will be forfeited.
Where can memberships get shipped to?
We are currently able to ship to CA, DC, KY, NE, NH, ND, PA, VT, VA. Any memberships purchased to ship to any other state will be canceled and refunded.
Refunds
We do not allow refunds on memberships or returns on beer. If your shipment arrives damaged, please email us at BrewmastersCollective@FirestoneBeer.com and we’ll be sure to get you a replacement.
Other Questions?
Email us at BrewmastersCollective@FirestoneBeer.com with any other questions.
Feedback or suggestions? We’d love to hear from you. Send them to our anonymous Suggestion Box.
Terms and Conditions
Members must be at least 21 years of age to join the Brewmaster’s Collective.
Shipping address must be a valid CA, DC, KY, NE, NH, ND, PA, VT or VA address. An adult over the age of 21 must be present to receive and sign for the shipment. Shipments returned to Firestone Walker due to inability to deliver, will accrue additional shipping charges at the responsibility of the member, or the bottles will be forfeited.
No substitutions will be offered for any beer.
Membership is valid for the 2022 calendar year. First access to join the 2023 Brewmaster’s Collective will be given to all 2022 members.