lystn

Meet the experimental archaeologist and the master brewer who are resurrecting beverages of the past. Dr. Patrick McGovern, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania Museum, and Sam Calagione, the founder of Dogfish Head Brewery, discuss what it takes to turn millennia-old booze samples at the bottom of a jug into mead fit for a king; our editors give us a sneak peek at their favorite fictional food scenes; and we honor Brian Doyle, who died last month. Go beyond the episode: Read “Joyas Voladoras,” Brian Doyle’s ode to the capacity of the heart Explore Dr. Pat’s work on the intoxicating science of alcohol Watch Patrick McGovern and Sam Calagione work on a recipe for a new ancient...   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.