Kümin, Beat A.. (2010) Brewing cultures in early modern towns : an introduction. Brewery History, Vol.135 . pp. 2-9.

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Abstract

Since Antiquity, fermented drinks have played an important role in European culture. In eastern and northern areas, ale - and from the close of the Middle Ages hopped beer - formed part of people's diets, provided livelihoods for rural alewives as well as urban brewers and accompanied countless forms of social exchange. These drinks came in different varieties and strengths, were consumed in large quantities (especially during feasts and rites of passage) and the potential consequences exercised secular and ecclesiastical authorities in great measure.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Subjects:	T Technology > TP Chemical technology H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor D History General and Old World > D History (General)
Divisions:	Faculty of Arts > History
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH):	Brewing industry -- History -- 16th century, Brewing industry -- History -- 17th century, Brewing industry -- History -- 18th century, Drinking of alcoholic beverages -- History
Journal or Publication Title:	Brewery History
Publisher:	Brewery History Society
Date:	2010
Volume:	Vol.135
Page Range:	pp. 2-9
Status:	Peer Reviewed
Access rights to Published version:	Open Access
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