Malt and Myth
Beer History, Science, Myth and Stories.
Welcome to Malt and Myth, we explore the history, science, culture and curious stories behind beer.
Explore the world of malt and beer, through myths and stories.
Ancient brewing, lost traditions, historical beer styles and the people who shaped beer through the centuries.
Malt and Myths
Explore our latest stories, uncovering the art of brewing, rich historical roots, and fascinating folklore behind your favorite crop.
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Iceland Beer Ban: Why Was Beer Illegal Until 1989?
For decades, Iceland allowed spirits but kept full-strength beer off the shelves. Discover the trade…
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Why Did People Drink Beer for Breakfast?
Beer for breakfast sounds bizarre today, but for centuries it could be part of everyday…
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When Beer Was Poison: The Arsenic Beer Poisoning of 1900
In 1900, thousands of beer drinkers in England became mysteriously ill. The culprit was hiding…
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Why Does Your Beer Bottle Have a Crown?
Why do beer bottles have crown caps? Discover how William Painter’s 1892 invention transformed bottled…
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Why Does Beer Foam? The Science Behind the Perfect Beer Head
Pour a beer into a glass and something happens before you even take the first…
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The Truth About the German Beer Purity Law
In 1516, Bavaria introduced one of history’s most famous beer laws. But the Reinheitsgebot wasn’t…