Archaeologists discover 10,000-year-old rice beer in China, hinting at early brewing knowledge.

Researchers have found evidence of 10,000-year-old rice beer in Eastern China, at the Shangshan site in Zhejiang Province. The study, conducted by experts from Stanford University and Chinese institutions, analyzed pottery fragments revealing domesticated rice phytoliths and signs of fermentation. The discovery suggests early knowledge of brewing and the importance of rice in cultural practices.

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