Egyptians Actually Used To Get Paid In Beer - Tasting Table
Briefly

In ancient cultures, beer was often part of the daily diet and seen as nourishment, especially for laborers working on projects like Egypt's pyramids.
Centuries ago, workers were paid with beer, which was more akin to liquid bread than modern alcoholic drinks, providing sustenance and calories for labor.
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