Westie 12 turned out to be a complete surprise...not at all what I was expecting. Had it bottled and imported to The States. Aged about 8 month old. Dark, rich, and very complex. I'd compare this more to a fine port that to any beer I've enjoyed, in the way it was rich, fruity and smoky at the same time, continued to evolve as it warmed in the glass, and had a finish that went on and on and on. I'll definitely try this again (have another one aging in the beer fridge). But this time, I think I'll hold it for 3 years or so. I'm curious to see what some longer aging will do to the flavors. More to come...

Like fine sourdough bread

Had this at the Monastery in Belgium. The first thing I noticed in the glass was the way it shined like a fine wine. The nose was heavenly sweet and alcohol, this one was 13%, the head was smooth toasty brown, but the flavor and the mouthfeel make me dream of beautiful things, and they linger on the palate for a long time. This is heaven in a glass

Was expecting more...

Dark fruits abound with little to no hint of the 10.2% ABV content of the beer. Strong flavor on the front with one of the smoothest finishes of any beer. Definitely the ultimate Belgian Trappist beer. The hype is all true and if you can get this extremely elusive beer, then don't hesitate to pick it up.

Pretty amazing!

I was fortunate to have one in Toronto and am now enjoying one in Brussels. The best way I can describe is a rum raisin taste with a little bit of bitterness. A must have for beer fans!

Outstanding Brew. I'm so happy I was able to get my hands on a few bottles.

This was a lucky find when I was in Toronto. I enjoyed one while at a pub in Toronto and purchased one to take home. This Quad was amazing. Filled with a nice deep dark color the nose fills you up with raisins and plums. Rare to find, it's worth the money to say you had perhaps the number 1 beer in the world.

Great balance! Heavy alcohol taste with great malty balance. Nutty/grainy after taste with very slight sweetness.