A collection of articles about the origin and development of beer and the craft of brewing in Europe.
Medieval European Beer Brewing
"In Europe, beer largely remained a homemaker's activity, made in the home in medieval times."
"By the 14th and 15th centuries, beermaking was gradually changing from a family-oriented activity to an artisan one, with pubs and monasteries brewing their own beer for mass consumption. "
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German Purity Law est.1516 (Reinheitsgebot)
"Furthermore, we wish to emphasize that in future in all cities, markets and in the country, the only ingredients used for the brewing of beer must be Barley, Hops and Water. Whosoever knowingly disregards or transgresses upon this ordinance, shall be punished by the Court authorities' confiscating such barrels of beer, without fail."
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