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I will answer this question because I believe you are referring to Medieval Europe, but use and prevalence (and taste) would be dependant on the global region in question.
Yes. Beer drinking in the Middle Ages was common for a number of reasons.
Health
One accepted line of thought is that beer became popular in Europe because it was a healthier alternative to water. This was because the 'cooking' phased required for fermentation had the bonus effect of sterilising the liquid, making it a safer alternative to the comparably 'dirty' drinking water. This was probably truer of larger towns, but it is a strong hypothesis.
Added Calories
Meals for the majority of the population in Medieval Europe were wheat and liquid based, with stews, soups and bread making up the vast majority of their caloric intake. Beer had become the standard beverage, drank by both sexes and all ages. The calories provided by the thick beverage added to the overall nutrition of medieval Europeans and offset the comparably frugal meals.
Vogue and Cheer
The best brews came from what might be considered a surprising source: local monasteries. Monks used beer as an alternative source of calories especially during fasting times. Consumption of liquid during times of fast was permissible in St. Benedict's code, and beer drinking was interpreted as permissible. Monks became skilled brewmasters and even derived a substantial income from monastery owned licensed pubs and alehouses. Pubs eventually became popular meeting places for the local population and beer became the point of focus around which much socialisation and cheer was shared - a tradition that is still seen today.
In fact, the 15th Century ushered in the development of the standard of the Flavorings License on Continental Europe. This was similar to a patent and acted to ensure that brewing became a growing and respected, legal trade.
What else can I help you with?
What does butler mean in Middle Ages?
In the Middle Ages, a butler was a person who took care of bottles and bottled goods. This put the butler in charge of wine and the wine cellar.
What is the third period of the middle ages called?
The third period of the Middle Ages was the Late Middle Ages. The first is called the Early Middle Ages or the Dark Age. The second period was the High Middle Ages.
What came first renaissance or Middle Ages?
middle ages
Was there Nylon in the Middle Ages?
There was no nylon in the Middle Ages. Nylon was invented in the 20th century; the Middle Ages ended in the 15th.
What historical time period did the fall of the roman empire lead to?
The Roman Empire was followed by the Middle Ages: Early Middle Ages (5th to 10th century), High Middle Ages (c. 1001 to 1300) and Late Middle Ages (1300 to 1500).
What does butler mean in Middle Ages?
In the Middle Ages, a butler was a person who took care of bottles and bottled goods. This put the butler in charge of wine and the wine cellar.
Did people from the Middle Ages drink in banquets?
Yes they drank ale, wine, beer and mead.
Could a girl be a gravedigger in the middle ages?
They drank wine and mostly they eat meat like
What is an old fashioned word for wine glass?
An old fashioned word for wine glass is a chalice. A chalice was a common word during the middle ages.
Why was an assured supply of wine crucial in the middle ages?
Wine was essential for the Christian mass and also contributed to health, diet, nutrition, conviviality, and other needs of society.
What has the author Hanneke Wilson written?
Hanneke Wilson has written: 'Wine & words in Classical Antiquity and the Middle Ages' -- subject(s): Classical literature, History, History and criticism, Medieval Literature, Wine and wine making, Wine in literature
Could babies drink wine during the middle ages?
Well, see that they can drink wine now, lol; they won't explode. In countries where the water supply is questionable, this is not uncommon.
What is the period in Europe between AD 500 and 1500 known as?
The period of time from 500 AD to 1500 AD is called the Middle Ages.
What types of food drinks did people consume during the middle ages?
wine, meats- probably roasted on a spit over a fire, etc.
What was a explorers in a Middle Ages?
There was no explorers in the middle ages. When exploration started that is when the middle ages ended.
What is the third period of the middle ages called?
The third period of the Middle Ages was the Late Middle Ages. The first is called the Early Middle Ages or the Dark Age. The second period was the High Middle Ages.
What time was the middle ages?
Early Middle Ages 400 - 700, High Middle Ages 700 - 1300, Late Middle Ages 1300 -1500.
