29: 🍺 Why Ancient Egyptians Drank Beer Through Straws

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Why shouldn't you tilt your glass when you pour a pint? Which city has an underground beer pipeline? Why did the Ancient Egyptians drink their beer through straws? Hosts: Jack Chambers, Manu Henriot, Rosie MacKean Producer: Alex Bell © Quite Interesting Ltd 2025

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