Beer is a drink with a rich history and cultural heritage, and there are many amazing facts hidden behind its back. Here are
10 interesting facts about beer that might make your evening with a glass of this drink even more exciting.
1. Ancient Origin
Beer is considered one of the oldest alcoholic drinks; its history goes back thousands of years. The first traces of beer production were found in Mesopotamia and date back to the 4th millennium BC.
2. Laws of Hops
Hops, one of the main ingredients of beer, in addition to its function in imparting taste and aroma, also has antiseptic properties. During the Middle Ages, there were "hop laws," which regulated its use and cost.
3. Belgian Diversity
Belgium is a real paradise for beer lovers. The country produces over 1,100 different beers, including traditional tripels and lambics.
4. Sacred Beer
In ancient Egypt,
beer had a special meaning and was considered a sacred drink. The goddess of beer, named Tenenit, was even invited to the brewers' festival.
5. The word "Sink" in Beer
In some countries, before drinking, they traditionally say “sink,” a custom attributed to ancient Germanic tribes.
6. Bavarian Cleanliness Law
In 1516, Bavaria passed the Beer Purity Law, which allowed only water, barley and hops to be used in brewing. This
law is considered the first purity law in brewing.
7. The Strongest Variety
The strongest beer in the world is "Snake Venom," produced by the Scottish brewery Brewmeister. Its strength is about 67.5%
Alcohol by volume.
8. Guinness Beer Record
In 2005, a record was set in Germany - the largest collection of different types of beer in one place. The collection consisted of more than 15,000 different tags.
9. Beer and Pirates
In the 18th century, pirates used beer as their main drink, as the water on ships was often polluted. Therefore, beer with its antiseptic properties was safer to drink.
10. Beer and Biogoroding
Several breweries around the world are using biodynamic farming principles to grow beer ingredients, emphasizing environmental responsibility and respect for nature.
These facts highlight the richness and diversity of the brewing world, making beer not only a delicious drink, but also a part of a fascinating history and culture.