Uncorking The Past


Thursday, October 8th the Penn Museum is presenting an evening of talks, tutored tastings and a book signing with Penn Museum’s Patrick McGovern and Dogfish Head’s Sam Calagione.

All three recreated ancient ales from Dogfish Head (Midas Touch, Chateau Jiahu and Theobroma) will be featured plus a surprise beverage. Could it be the Latin corn beer described here?

Tickets are $60, $45 for Penn Museum members. and can be purchased online.

Uncorking the Past: Ancient Ales, Wines and Extreme Beverages [Penn Museum]
Uncoriking the Past: The Quest for Wine, Beer, and Other Alcoholic Beverages [Berkeley Press]