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Saturday, 10 January 2026

Mead and beer

 

What the Iron Age Celts drank for intoxication?

The Iron Age Celts primarily consumed mead and beer as intoxicants. Mead was a common drink, especially among the elite, as it was produced from honey, which was the only sweetener available to prehistoric Europeans. Beer, or ale, was brewed from barley and was consumed by the general population. The Celts also used imported vessels and products from the Mediterranean, indicating a dynamic intercultural process. The consumption of these beverages was not limited to the upper echelons of society; craftsmen and commoners alike had access to wine and beer, often for cooking and drinking parties. 
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