A brief history of alcohol - Rod Phillips

Summary

This script explores the accidental discovery of fermentation by a chimpanzee and its eventual harnessing by humans to create alcoholic beverages. It traces the history from 7,000 BCE in China to global cultures fermenting local crops, leading to diverse drinks like beer, wine, and sake. The script also discusses the social, religious, and health implications of alcohol, the invention of distillation, and its impact on global trade and exploration.

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