The ancient Mesopotamians created the first civilization as we would understand it today. They had agriculture, they had writing, they had cities. And most importantly, they had beer. They in fact invented beer. Their beer would hardly be recognizable today, however. It was a thick, gruel-like substance that was drunk through a straw to avoid the bitter chunks left over from fermentating. Ancient beer was highly nutritious, with plenty of minerals, vitamins, and protein. And it had the happy side effect of making one drunk. Modern historians speculate that much of the drive to expand agriculture, invent better water control methods, and improve crop yields was so ancient Mesopotamians could make more sweet, sweet alcohol.
02 março 2015
The ancient Mesopotamians created the first civilization as we would understand it today. They had...
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