8 fun facts about beer that  you probably didn't know

Beer is one of the oldest beverages in human history. The oldest recorded recipe, dating back over 5,000 years, was found in a Sumerian poem honoring the goddess of brewing, Ninkasi.  

Decades, centuries, milleniums old

In medieval Europe, beer was often consumed in the morning as a source of nutrients and hydration. It was safer to drink than water at the time because the brewing process killed bacteria.  

Breakfast drink

The foam on beer isn’t just for looks. It locks in aroma and protects the flavor by preventing the beer from being exposed to oxygen.  

Foam matters

The strongest beer in the world is “Snake Venom” by Brewmeister, With an alcohol content of 67.5% ABV, this beer is even stronger than whiskey.

World's strongest beer

  Yes, it’s real! This phobia is called Cenosillicaphobia.

Phobia of Empty Beer Glasses

Ancient Egyptian laborers building the pyramids were often paid in beer. They received about four liters per day as part of their wages.

Beer as wages

Belgium is famous for its beer culture and UNESCO even recognized it as an intangible  cultural heritage. The country produces an astonishing variety of beer styles, from Trappist ales to fruity lambics.

1500 types of beer

Czechs have consistently held the title for the highest beer consumption per capita, drinking about 180 liters per person annually. 

Highest beer consumption

This information is not DNA's opinion  but obtained from media reports