Beer Through the Ages

About this episode

This episode explores the fascinating history of beer from its origins to the modern period.

(Host: Samantha) Over the past nine millennia, people have made beer out of rice, berries, barley, wheat, hops, corn, honey, and even bananas. Join us on Footnoting History as we skim over the evolving and fascinating history of beer from its origins straight into the modern period. For further reading suggestions and more, please visit: https://www.footnotinghistory.com

People in this episode

Host: Samantha

Topics covered

• history of beer
• beer ingredients
• evolution of beer
• ancient beverages
• modern beer

Keywords

• beer
• history
• barley
• hops
• ancient brewing
• modern beer

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