Throughout human history, certain drinks have done much more than just quench thirst. As Tom Standage relates in A History of the World in 6 Glasses, six of them have had a surprisingly pervasive influence on the course of history, becoming the defining drink during a pivotal historical period.
If you want the entire story, I'll lend you the book. This week, a very brief look at the story of humanity from the Stone Age to the 21st century through the lens of beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and cola.
TTFN, Fred.
Quote of the week: "Do or do not. There is no try." - Yoda, 'The Empire Strikes Back'
The World in a Glass - Six Drinks That Changed History
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