Mesopotamia and Babylon – In the cradle of civilization, people used vinegar to preserve foods and slow the rotting of stored foods. They introduced flavored vinegars into their diet to improve taste and improve digestion. (More)

Ancient Egypt – Citizens living during the reign of pharoahs enjoyed fruits and vegetables pickled with vinegar that could be stored for long periods and carried over long distances in hot climates. Jars of vinegar found in Egyptian tombs indicate they expected to need it in the next world as well. (More)

Ancient Greece – “The Father of Medicine”, Hippocrates, prescribed mixtures called oxymels (still enjoyed today through countrless recipes) to treat respiratory ailments. Everyday Greeks diluted it with water and fruits for a refreshing, tangy beverage which may have been the first sports drink. (More

Discover Vinegar’s Impact in China, Ancient Rome, Medievel Europe, The Renaissance, Colonial America and Today.