Step back in time and witness the marvels of ancient technology with these traditional wooden washing vats! Powered by the relentless force of mountain rivers and hydraulic power, these wooden constructions once dotted the landscape, both in hilly areas and along the riverbanks. Dating back to ancient origins, these vats share technical mechanisms with essential elements of brewing, giving rise to various types and variants of beers, some archaic and others more evolved. Flourishing in regions blessed with abundant and consistent water flow, these vats required specific wood types like oak, beech, and alder. Their primary purpose was to process … Continue reading Exploring the Legacy of Hydraulic Power in Traditional Wooden Washing Vats