The Beer Tradition of the Chuvash
Пивске традициjе Чувашâ

Summary/Abstract: The Chuvash are the indigenous population of the Chuvash Republic,located on the Middle Volga with its capital at Cheboksary. The Chuvash brewed beerusing flour, malt and hops. Barley was considered the most suitable grain. Among theChuvash beer was a ritual beverage. They never drank it without specific cause. Afterthe harvest had been gathered, beer was made with the fresh grain. Kinfolk would gatherfor the occasion. The very fact of beer-brewing speaks of this people’s agriculturalway of life. Wooden tubs were used for brewing large quantities of beer, while smalleramounts were made in pots. This drink is considered sacred among the Chuvash. It isdedicated to deities of high rank and also to the spirit of ancestors. Valued guests are welcomed and seen off with it.

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