Video - Brewing History: Beer as Currency in Mesopotamia

Did you know that in ancient Mesopotamia, beer was so important that it was even used as currency to pay laborers and workers? Imagine getting paid with a cold brew! But that's not all - the workers were given a daily beer ration to keep them hydrated and motivated. Talk about job perks! And here's the kicker - the beer was often brewed with ingredients like date syrup and bread, making it a hearty and nutritious drink. So next time you crack open a cold one, remember that you're carrying on a tradition that dates back thousands of years. Cheers to ancient Mesopotamia!