The History of the World in 4 Beers

Explore all of human history through the evolution of beer in this 32-minute educational video that traces beer's development across 4,000 years. Journey through four pivotal moments in brewing history: starting with Ancient Sumerian Beer from 1800 BCE, continuing to Medieval Small Beer from 1100, then examining the creation of Porter in 1721, and finally discovering the revolutionary Pilsner from 1842. Watch as each historical beer is recreated and tasted, providing insights into how brewing techniques and flavors evolved alongside human civilization. The video includes detailed chapters covering the introduction, each historical beer period, a comparative tasting session, and conclusion. For hands-on learners, a companion beer kit is available to experience these historical brews at home.