Beer is one of the world's oldest beverages,with the history of beer dating back to the 6th millennium BC, and being recorded in the written history of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. For more information on beer history from Wikipedia, click here.

For many centuries, beer has been a regular and continuous part of the everyday diet in all levels of society. As it was in Babylonia, so too is the quality of beer in Germany legislatively regulated by the authorities - and beer is still an important source of tax revenue.  Read more...

Brewing beer at home is easily within the reach of just about everyone. You don't need any special skills to make beer; the process is really simple. If you can make macaroni and cheese or bake a cake, you can make beer. It's easy, safe, and legal in all but a few states. This guide, and the articles linked to below, will walk you through each step in the process. They include both simple instructions for beginners on making good beer, and more in-depth analysis and advanced techniques to help experienced brewers make great beer. Read more...