It’s a brew that dates back about 5,000 years, passed down through the ages from ancient Sumeria, Syria, and Mesopotamia. Monks in monasteries were the first to engage in the mass production of beer as a living to quench the thirst of travelers without spreading disease (alcohol was safer to drink than water). You can make beer too! This infographic outlines the modern equipment, ingredients, and process involved in brewing beer at home.
