Explore how beer shaped an ancient empire in "How Beer Built an Ancient Empire 🍺"! Dive into the fascinating story of the Wari Empire (600-1,100 AD), a civilization that controlled much of modern Peru. Discover how chicha, their unique fermented beer, became a cornerstone of diplomacy, social structure, and power. Featuring insights from Dr. Donna Nash's groundbreaking research, we uncover massive breweries, intricate brewing techniques, and the cultural significance of this ancient beverage. Learn how beer fueled statecraft, tied communities together, and even influenced the rise of the later Inca Empire.From grinding corn to fermenting in specialized jars, brewing Wari chicha was no simple task—it was an elite craft that symbolized power and prestige. Join us as we explore the archaeological evidence of large-scale brewing, the surprising use of guinea pig dung as fuel, and the deliberate, ritual abandonment of a major brewery. This episode will transform how you think about beer’s role in history!Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you enjoyed this look into the surprising history of beer and ancient empires! Cheers! 🍺Watch my chat with Dr. Nash: https://www.youtube.com/live/CCh3D_LcO6w#brewingheritage #perubolivia #tiwanakuempire #mochecivilization #chichabeerCHAPTERS:00:00 - The Wari Empire02:06 - The Sarabamba Brewery04:10 - Beer for Diplomacy05:52 - Controlled Production08:30 - The Brewing Process10:51 - Archaeological Brewing Techniques11:46 - Taste of Wari Chicha12:51 - End of Sarabamba Brewery13:56 - Future Research Steps14:32 - Power of Beer in Ancient Societies15:00 - Hidden Significance in Everyday Life
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