A Sign From Above? Needing New Roof, Monks Sell Rare Beer In U.S.
Source:
NPR
by TERI SCHULTZ
December 12, 2012
http://www.npr.org/blogs/thesalt/2012/12/12/166987378/a-sign-from-above-needing-new-roof-monks-sell-rare-beer-in-u-s
The celebrated beer — often called the best in the world — is usually only available for sale at the abbey, located in the Belgian countryside. But starting Wednesday, buyers in the U.S. and other countries can purchase the beer at select retailers for $84.99 for six bottles.
Why this sudden blessing for beer lovers? The abbey happened to need an expensive renovation recently. But its 21 monks live an austere life — which means, among other things, that they purposely lack cash reserves. So the monks reluctantly made the decision to export small amounts of the precious nectar overseas for the first time.
And, says Mark Bode, the longtime spokesman for the Westvleteren Brewery, "I think it will be the last." Bode is one of very few people privy to the monks' views, as no visitors are allowed inside the abbey.
I do enjoy me an occasional glass of good brew
But...$84.99 a six-pack?!
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And while I wouldn't put that much up for a whole six pack, I'd be willing to split it with others for $14/bottle just to see what the best beer in the world tastes like.
...if you recall either the book or the movie. 
10. Nail Brewing’s Antarctic Nail Ale
Price: $800-$1815/500ml
I had no idea there were so many very expensive beers out there. 
its said to be almost Saintly.
That's only about 20 minutes from here.
I'll pick up a bottle to try with oldest daughter and son-in-law when they come for Christmas.
On second thought...think I'll pick some up today, and give it a shot before they get here.
Thanks!
That's an interesting site you linked to, btw.
