Some beers are more than just a drink—they’re collector’s items, status symbols, or even scientific experiments. Brewed in tiny batches, aged for decades, or crafted with rare ingredients, these exclusive brews come with stories as rich as their flavors. Curious about what makes them so special? Here are 10 beers known for their rarity and price!
BrewDog’s The End of History
A beer wrapped in taxidermy? That’s exactly what BrewDog did with The End of History. This 55% ABV Belgian ale was packaged inside preserved squirrels and stoats, with a price tag of $1,159. With only 12 bottles ever made, its rarity is matched only by its bizarre presentation.
Allsopp’s Arctic Ale
Ever tried a beer made from an iceberg? Antarctic Nail Ale, brewed with Antarctic ice, might just be the most unique beer ever, priced at a staggering $1,815. With only 30 bottles in existence, it became a collector’s dream. Proceeds helped fund marine conservation, making each sip a step toward protecting the planet.
Pabst Blue Ribbon 1844
PBR, but make it fancy. This premium version of the classic American beer was crafted for the Chinese market with high-quality caramel malts and aged in oak barrels. The result was a surprisingly smooth and rich brew. Though at $44 a bottle, it’s far from a cheap six-pack.
Samuel Adams Utopias
Forget carbonation—Samuel Adams Utopias is more like a fine port. With an ABV of 28% and priced at $275 per 330ml, this ultra-aged beer blends multiple vintages, some over 30 years old, and is stored in a variety of barrels. Released every two years, it’s a coveted favorite among collectors.
Floyds’ Dark Lord
Dark, intense, and nearly impossible to get. Floyds’ Dark Lord is an imperial stout released only one day a year during Dark Lord Day, selling out almost instantly. With its 15% ABV and rich molasses coffee flavor, resellers push its price from $150 to $200 for three bottles, making it a cult favorite.
Carlsberg Jacobsen Vintage
Carlsberg’s luxury beer line, Jacobsen Vintage, is aged for six months in French and Swedish oak barrels, developing rich caramel and vanilla notes. With only 600 bottles released each year, this elegant brew is a highly sought-after indulgence, priced at $400 per 375ml.
Snake Venom by Brewmeister
At a 67.5% ABV, Snake Venom by Brewmeister holds the title of the world’s strongest beer. Unlike regular brews, this one doesn’t carbonate, giving it a thick, almost whiskey-like texture. Each $ 100/750ml bottle is sealed with a warning: “Don’t drink it like a regular beer.”
Tutankhamun Ale
This beer is straight out of ancient Egypt. Scientists recreated the recipe from an excavation site at Queen Nefertiti’s temple, brewing it as closely as possible to how Egyptians made beer thousands of years ago. The first bottle sold for an incredible $7,686. After all, it was a glimmer from the history pages.
Westvleteren 12
A beer that is so rare it requires a reservation at the abbey where it’s brewed. Westvleteren 12, a Belgian Trappist ale, is widely considered one of the best beers in the world. While originally sold for a fraction of the price, resellers have driven its value to an astonishing $1,000 per bottle.
Vieille Bon Secours Ale
This was originally found sitting in a London bar’s cellar, forgotten until someone realized its worth. Aged for an astonishing 10 years, this Belgian beer (priced at around $750) has a smooth yet complex profile featuring notes of toffee and spice; it’s considered one of the most exclusive beers ever produced.
