Ale through the Ages brewing series: Milwaukee, WI

Ale through the Ages: The Anthropology & Archaeology of Brewing

DISCOVERY WORLD Museum
500 N. Harbor Drive
Milwaukee, WI
(414)765-8625
http://discoveryworld.org
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This adult education program continues to expound upon the ancient art of brewing beer, while gaining new insights into both the origins of beer, as well as the ethnographic variations of this fermented beverage throughout the world. Taught by Discovery Worlds staff archaeologist and aficionado of ancient brewing methods, participants in these brewing workshops will learn how to make traditional and ancient ales, as well as the techniques needed to brew at home. In order to take home your own samples of these beverages, participants must return to Discovery World two weeks following the initial brewing exercise to learn how to bottle their beer.

January 2010
Medieval Mumm Ale
This old European strong ale is flavored with a variety of savory herbs reminiscent of the medieval spice trade.
Brewing: Digital Theater: Thursday January 7th 6:00-7:30pm
Bottling: Science Lab: Thursday January 21st 6:00-7:00pm

February 2010
Iron Age Anatolian Ale
This 2500 year old grape flavored ale is based on residues found in a cauldron buried with a king in modern day Turkey.
Brewing: Digital Theater: Thursday February 4th 6:00-7:30pm
Bottling: Science Lab: Thursday February 18th 6:00-7:00pm

March 2010
Scandinavian Sahti Ale
This juniper flavored amber ale was enjoyed by the Vikings, as well as earlier cultures of Scandinavia.
Brewing: Digital Theater: Thursday March 4th 6:00-7:30pm
Bottling: Science Lab: Thursday March 18th 6:00-7:00pm

Members: $15 per session (includes take home samples)
Nonmembers: $20 per session
* *Note: Participants must be at least 21 or accompanied by a parent.