Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University: Recreating Medieval English Ales
A detailed discussion of how medieval beer was brewed in England. The author presents two recipes and describes his efforts to recreate the ales. He then discusses the history of brewing, the ingredients that were used, and the different...
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University of Waikato: Women and Brewing in the Middle Ages
Ale was an important beverage in the Middle Ages as it was considered to be a healthier drink than the often polluted waters, and women played a major role in brewing it. They often brewed it at home, and sold some to neighbors. The...
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Washington College: What Ales You?
A university student tests the belief held in medieval times that beer was healthier to drink than the available water, which was often polluted. He wanted to know whether the brewing process helped to purify the water. [Published: Dec....
University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh: All About Beer: History of Beer: Medieval Times
A brief description of the role beer played in medieval times.
Curated OER
Society for Creative Anachronism: Medieval and Renaissance Brewing
A collection of references for researching the brewing of ale in medieval and Renaissance times.