#11: The Ancient Sumerian Beer Recipe

Over 4,000 years ago, the Sumerians immortalized their love for beer by etching a recipe onto clay tablets. This ancient guide detailed the art of brewing a barley-based beverage, which was as much a staple as bread in their daily lives.

Far from a simple drink, it symbolized community, nourishment, and ritual. Fast forward millennia, and this early innovation resonates with today’s craft beer enthusiasts, who continue experimenting and perfecting brewing techniques.