Although it is hard to pinpoint an exact date, researchers believe that beer dates back to the days of cereal agriculture, around 10,000 BC. In 3500 BC, the first recorded evidence of brewing was left on clay tablets by Sumerians in the epic of Gilgamesh. Those tablets revealed that the majority of brewers were women.
Want to stay healthy this winter? Forget about cough drops and cold medicine. Go out and buy a six-pack of beer. A new study has shown beer contains a chemical can can ward off a common virus. Of course, Sapporo, the Japanese beer brand, funded the study, so no telling if it is completely scientific. If you’re concerned, play it safe — and stock up on a 12-pack. H/T Instapundit
On tap tonight: Carlton, Australia.
We conclude World of Beers with a skydiving extravaganza. Hope you enjoyed our series of 80 beer commercials spanning the globe. Skol!
And check in tomorrow for our new series — Go! Girl! Go! — running through November and December. Go! Girl! Go! will compile some of the hottest dance numbers ever recorded on celluloid, whether in Hollywood or Bollywood, Rome or Rio de Janeiro.
On tap tonight: Red Bavaria, Argentina.
A divorced man makes a bitter discovery: It’s a dog’s life.
On tap tonight: Pure Blonde, Australia.
Beer and blonde virgins: Hail Valhalla!
On tap tonight: Murphy’s Irish Stout, United Kingdom.
Samurai belly-up to the bar in a classic anime commercial.
On tap tonight: Rostocker pils, Germany.
Preflight safety tips for the beer drinker.
