Ancient Brews: Rediscovered and Re-created [Paperback]

An extraordinary, globe-trotting journey through the remarkable history of our ancient connection with alcohol.Thanks to Dr. Pats research, beer is a gateway to discovery for armchair historians and bold homebrewers alike.If you ever wondered what might happen when Americas most adventurous brewer and a molecular archaeologist whose love of extreme beverages extends across ten millennia begin fiddling together, this is the book for you! Great storytelling, as ancient brews live again!McGoverns mix of gee-whiz science and thoughtful historical context makesA very enjoyable book that would intrigue anyone interested either in archaeology or beer.Of interest to home brewer and historian alike.This book is worth reading now and well into the future.Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy has rarely been put to headier use.One might assume not much Venn exists between diagrams of beer and archaeology. One would be wrong. Learning what we drank and why makes for a superb adventure. Dr. PatAmericas foremost barstool archaeologistis back from the trenches to entertain, educate, and quench your thirst. Pull up a barstool!One of