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A collaborative study has revealed evidence of rice beer production dating back approximately 10,000 years at the Shangshan site in Zhejiang Province, China. This groundbreaking discovery sheds light on the origins of alcoholic beverage brewing in East Asia and its connection to early rice cultivation and societal development.

The findings underscore the role of rice fermentation at Shangshan, reflecting the interplay between cultural practices and the region’s environmental conditions. They also provide valuable context for understanding the emergence of rice-based agriculture and its influence on ancient social structures.