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1. With a history spanning more than 5,000 years, beer is one of the oldest alcoholic beverages in existence.
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2. Water, malted barley (or other grains), hops, and yeast are the primary components of beer.
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3. Beer comes in a wide variety of flavours, aromas, and brewing techniques, including lagers, ales, stouts, wheat beers, and sour beers.
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4. Beer typically has an alcohol content of 3% to 10% by volume, though some specialty beers may have even more.
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5. Hops, which are the flowers of the Humulus lupulus plant, are responsible for the bitterness in beer. In addition to adding to the aroma, hops also serve as a natural preservative.
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6. Over 1,300 breweries and a wide range of traditional beer styles, including Pilsner and Hefeweizen, make Germany renowned for its beer culture.
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7. Other beer-loving nations like Germany, Austria, and Poland are closely behind the Czech Republic in terms of per-capita beer consumption.
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8. Craft beer has seen a sharp increase in popularity in recent years, thanks to small, independent breweries that prioritise distinctive flavours.
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9. Numerous cultures and traditions have relied heavily on beer, making it a prime ingredient for a successful get-together.
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