Ancient Civilizations and the Origins of Beer

The Sumerians lived in ______ around 5,000 to 7,000 years ago.

The ancient Sumerians passed down their knowledge of brewing to other cultures, including the ______.

The Industrial Revolution saw the rise of larger ______ and the standardization of beer styles.

Improved transportation facilitated the distribution of beer to a wider ______, particularly in urban areas.

The development of ______ and thermometers was pivotal for the beer brewing industry.

Hydrometers measure ______ density, aiding in assessing sugar content and fermentation progress.

Thermometers accurately gauge ______ crucial for various brewing stages.

Presently, the beer industry is marked by significant growth in ______ beer, with the United States leading in market share.

The yeast resides at the ______ of the fermented beer after fermentation in top fermentation.

Top fermentation is usually done in ______ temperature.

Bottom fermentation is also known as ______ fermentation.

The process of removing the sediments that has developed during fermentation is called ______.

The primary ingredient in beer, comprising over 90% of its volume, is ______.

Malted barley undergoes a ______ process, where it is soaked in water to germinate and then dried in a kiln to halt germination.

Hops are the flowers of the ______ plant and are used primarily as a flavoring and bittering agent in beer.

Yeast is a microorganism responsible for ______, the process by which sugars are converted into alcohol and carbon dioxide.

Yeast metabolizes the ______ in the wort produced from malt, producing alcohol and various flavor compounds.

Ale yeast is also known as ______ cerevisiae.

Corn is often used as an ______ in American lagers and light beers.

Wheat is used as an ______ in beers such as wheat beers and adds a smooth, creamy texture and a slight tanginess to the beer.

Sugar, honey, and molasses are common ______ in brewing.

Isinglass finings are obtained from the ______ of fish.

Ales are characterized by their fermentation process, which typically involves ______-fermenting yeast strains.

The fermentation process of ale results in a beer with ______ flavors, fruity esters, and a range of aromas.

A ______ is a stimulating liquor composed of spirits of any kind, sugar, water, and bitters.

The first publication of a bartender's guide which included ______ recipes was in 1862.

During ______, the art of mixing drinks became more and more important to mask the taste of illegal alcohol.

The ______ was considered as the golden era of cocktails.

From the ______, the popularity of vodka increased dramatically.

By the ______, vodka was the predominant base for mixed drinks.

Ice is used to ______, to dilute, to fill up the glass, and serves as a beater.

Professor Jerry Thomas wrote the book ______, which included recipes of mixed drinks.

If you need to hold it with your bare fingers, hold ______ on the parts which are not edible.

Fruits garnishing cuts and slice include ______ and wheels.

Flags, sparks, and ______ are examples of decorations that add appeal to the drink.

The ______ method is used if ingredients are cloudy or opaque ingredients.

You should ______ the drink or pour together with ice after shaking.

The ______ technique is used if ingredients are clear or easy to mix.

If you don't have a commercial blender, you may use ______ ice.

To keep the texture of your drink for a longer period of time, use a ______ glass.