Medicinally; as a source of nutrients; in worship and religion; and as a social lubricant; alcohol (ethanol) has been used by people from the earliest times to present. It was likely a fortuitous accident tens of thousands of years ago that it came into human culture; and while abused by a minority of drinkers; most derive pleasure from its consumption. In this course; the history and science of ethanol will be examined. A combination of laboratory exercises and lectures will comprise this course; and may include but not be limited to “crafting a homebrew;” analysis of beer/wine/spirits; field trips to vineyards and invited speaker visits.
Prerequisites
Be in the Honors Program