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
Semester Offered
Offer With sufficient demand