Alcohol in India: A History Lesson Served Neat
Naan Curry with Sadaf and Archit
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Show Notes
Our 2Gs, the Gourmands and the Geeks, Sadaf, and Archit, are looking at the drinks menu this week. In this episode, they explore the Arab origins of the term ‘alcohol’, the Ayurvedic way to drink, the drinking habits of the Mughals, the British influence on the drinking culture of urban India, alcohol taxes, Old Monk, IPA, and a lot more.
Pour yourself a glass of wine or a whiskey on the rocks and enjoy the chat.
Important links to geek out more:
A brief history of alcohol - Rod Phillips
Beer in India: Getting high on taxes
The Indian Spirit: The Untold Story of Drinking
The Origin Of The Word ‘Alcohol’
Wine in ancient India’ by Dhirendra Krishna Bose
Drinking Alcohol was a Common Practice Among Women of Ancient India
How the India Pale Ale Got Its Name
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