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Beer and Women: They Know Why

What if the history of beer had forgotten the women who brewed it?

Beer has been a part of human life for millennia. Yet the best-known stories often leave the women who brewed, passed on, sold and evolved it in the shadows. From antiquity to medieval brewsters, and through the changes that gradually redefined roles in the world of brewing, this talk puts women back at the heart of the story. Guided by a Cicerone® certified zythologist, participants journey through the ages and taste five beer samples as the story unfolds. Each beer becomes a gateway to a story, a practice, or a preconception to be challenged.

Behind every glass, a story where women finally take back their rightful place.

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A zythologist presents a glass of beer during a talk and tasting.
Duration
2 h 30
Participants
8 to 40 participants
Environment
Indoor
Languages
FR · EN

Tasting history and deconstructing preconceptions.

Throughout the talk, participants discover a brewing history that is less linear and more surprising than they might have imagined. Ancient figures, brewing practices, social changes and contemporary representations make for an accessible narrative, paced by the tasting of five beer samples.

The beer is not just for illustration. Each tasting extends the narrative through the senses, connecting the stories told to the diversity of styles, skills and practices that make up brewing culture.

The talk also leaves room for reactions and discussion. Some preconceptions die hard, others are quickly dispelled: the discoveries naturally fuel the conversation.

What the experience reveals

  1. Rediscover a little-known history

    The talk highlights the presence and role of women in the evolution of beer and its culture.

  2. Question representations

    Participants discover how certain narratives are constructed and passed down, and how they can leave essential contributions in the shadows.

  3. Connect history and tasting

    The five beer samples add a sensory dimension to the narrative, allowing participants to explore brewing culture across different styles and eras.

Who it’s for

For teams and groups looking for an original, friendly and accessible cultural activity that can spark conversation while introducing them to beer from an unexpected angle.

  • Share an enjoyable, unifying moment
  • Foster inclusion and intergenerational connections

Good to know

  • The talk is accompanied by a tasting of five beer samples served throughout the narrative.
  • The total volume tasted is less than the equivalent of two full beers.
  • Any taster can be replaced with a non-alcoholic beer on request.
  • The activity takes place indoors and requires tables, chairs, a screen or projector, an internet connection and a power socket.

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