Westvleteren XII: 'World's best beer' from Saint Sixtus, Belgium now available in the United States

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Westvleteren XII is called the "world's best beer" by reviewers and fans.
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Posted: 12/13/2012

Beer lovers are partying now that one of the world's most popular beers in now available in the United States.

According to ABC News, Westvleteren XII is called the "world's best beer" by reviewers and fans.

The beer can only be purchased by reservation at the abbey of Saint Sixtus in Belgium where it is produced.

When the abbey found itself being remodeled, the monks found themselves short on cash and decided to sell it outside the monastery on a one-time-only basis.

Limited quantities of the beer are being sold in the United States and abroad.

A gift box of the beer, which includes six bottles and two glasses from the monastery retails for $84.99.

You can read the full article here .

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