The Art of Beer in Sumeria

From the fertile plains of Mesopotamia, where the Tigris and Euphrates rivers flow, comes the ancient civilization of Sumeria, where beer was not just a drink, but a staple of life. Here are some of our favorite beer recipes from the region:

Nabu's Golden Elixir

A recipe fit for a god, made with:

1/2 cup emmer wheat flour
1/2 cup barley malt
1/4 cup dates
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup water

Mix all ingredients, ferment in clay pots, and serve in golden cups.

Lugal's Dark Brew

A recipe fit for a king, made with:

1/2 cup emmer wheat flour
1/2 cup date honey
1/4 cup crushed pomegranate seeds
1/4 cup water

Mix all ingredients, ferment in earthenware jugs, and serve in royal horns.