Beer
Beer is one of the oldest man-made beverages, and in over 5,000 years of history it has become a cultural and social phenomenon of major importance, comparable only to wine and olive oil. Technically, it is a fermented beverage made from cereals: barley malt, hops and water are the three basic ingredients, with possible additions depending on the type. The main difference is the type of fermentation: low-fermentation beers, generally known as ''lagers'', are the most common, while high-fermentation beers, usually more intense and full-bodied, are now increasingly associated with the world of craft production. Pilsner, IPA, Weiss, Stout and Bitter are just some of the numerous styles that form the vast and varied world brewing scene, which is in continuous expansion to this day.