BREWING LIKE AN EGYPTIAN

/ Victoria Debrus (VU Brussel)

From the bubbling vats of ancient Egypt's zythos to the foamy cups of medieval fuqqāʿ, the story of beer in the Arab world is one of ongoing change and rich tradition. This low-alcohol and naturally carbonated drink was made from grains, bread, fruits, and spices. The spontaneous fermentation lasted only a few days. Experience the next chapter in beer’s ancient journey, where science met flavour centuries before the modern pint.