The Science of Alcohol: From Beer to Bourbon

The video explores the cultural and historical significance of alcohol, focusing on ethanol. It covers the discovery of alcohol, its early uses, and the processes of making beer, wine, and hard liquors. Beer production involves fermentation of grains, while wine uses grapes. Hard liquors require distillation to increase alcohol content. The video highlights the scientific techniques used in brewing and distillation, emphasizing the role of yeast and fermentation in alcohol production.

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