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The History of Beer

Beer is older than written history. The oldest written recipe is for beer. Learn about this ancient beverage and how it's changed to become the drink we know today.
  1. Ale History (1)
  2. Ancient Beers (1)
  3. History of Lager (4)

Did Ben Franklin say "Beer is proof that god loves us and wants us to be happy?"

This quote is often attributed to Ben Franklin but, did he really say it?

The Beer Can

Overview of the history of the beer can.

Book Review of Ambitious Brew: The Story of American Beer by Maureen Ogle

About Beer Book Review of Ambitious Brew: The Story of American Beer by Maureen Ogle

Upsetting Conventional Wisdom

Interview with Maureen Ogle, Author of Ambitious Brew The Story of American Beer

American Brewery History Page

Fascinating study of the history of brewing in America.

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