⚠️ Only 4 bottles left in stock – Westvleteren is one of the most difficult beers in the world to get your hands on.

Westvleteren 12 – the best beer in the world, directly from Sint-Sixtus Abbey

There are beers, and then there is Westvleteren 12. Brewed by the Trappist monks of Sint-Sixtus Abbey in Westvleteren, Belgium – one of the few places in the world where beer is still truly made in the spirit of the monastery. Voted the world's best beer for years, it is now one of the most coveted and difficult beers to obtain.

Deep mahogany brown in the glass, with a creamy, beige head. The nose opens with stewed plum, dark chocolate, caramel, and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, an extraordinarily complex, velvety profile unfolds: dried fruit, spices, malt, and a delicate warmth of alcohol – full-bodied, deep, unforgettable. The finish is long, dry, and of an elegance that is second to none.

Product Details

• Style: Belgian Quadrupel / Trappist beer
• Alcohol: 10.2% Vol.
• Aromas: Stewed plum, chocolate, caramel, vanilla, spices
• Brewery: Abdij Sint-Sixtus, Westvleteren, Belgium
• Serving temperature: 10–14 °C
• Storage: Cool and dark – can be stored for years

Food Pairing

• Aged cheese: Epoisses, Munster, aged Gouda
• Game & stews: Venison ragout, beef pot roast
• Dessert: Dark chocolate tart, plum cake, Tiramisu
• Pure: best enjoyed on its own – in silence, as the monks brew it

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Westvleteren 12 so hard to get?
Sint-Sixtus Abbey brews only as much as is needed to maintain the monastery. No mass distribution, no supermarket shelves – just genuine scarcity. TheCrafts.ch is one of the few Swiss providers with direct access.

How long can I store Westvleteren 12?
At least 5–10 years, under optimal conditions (cool, dark, upright). Over time, it develops additional complexity and depth.

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