Had to revive this thread because I just bought one of the holy grails of beer, Westvleteren XII on 12-12-12. This is the first time it's been available in the US and potentially the last time. The monks needed renovations for their roof! Hefty price at $85 for a six-pack and two glasses. But I may give 3-4 bottle to friends at face value and drink the last 2-3. For a beer lover, I figured I'd give in for the once in a life-time opportunity.
http://www.npr.org/blogs/thesalt/2012/12/12/166987378/a-sign-from-above-needing-new-roof-monks-sell-rare-beer-in-u-s?utm_source=NPR&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=20121211