Belgian

If you’ve tried his pale ale, Taras Boulba, then you know that Yvan De Baets has a taste for hops. But it’s the focus on subtlety, balance, and fine details like tank geometry that make the beers of this Brussels brewery so compelling.

Matt Tarpey, cofounder and head brewer of The Veil, selects a foundational six-pack that combines early experiences with the classics and those he still reaches for today.

Here are the OGs—a few of the most refined versions of the most complex drink in the world.

Belgian panache and historical tricks can liven up a slice of the color spectrum often seen as decidedly unsexy.

Monkish Brewing co-founder Henry Nguyen offers up this sixer of beers that have made a mark on his brewing journey.