Egyptians drank cocktails of psychedelic drugs in ancient mugs, research reveals
- A University of South Florida professor found the first physical evidence of hallucinogens in an Egyptian mug, confirming written records of ancient Egyptian rituals and practices.
- Researchers discovered residues of psychedelic drugs, bodily fluids, and alcohol in a 2,000-year-old mug, suggesting ancient Egyptians used hallucinogenic beverages in rituals.
- The study identified the chemical signatures of components in the mug, including plants with psychotropic and medicinal properties as well as alcohol and other substances.
47 Articles
47 Articles
Ancient Egyptians drank a heady mix of alcohol, bodily fluids and hallucinogens during rituals, scientists say
Scientists discovered a mix of psychedelic drugs, bodily fluids, flavoring agents and alcohol after they scraped the inside of an ancient Egyptian mug that may have been used for fertility rituals.
Psychedelic drugs, bodily fluids and booze were consumed in ancient Egyptian rituals, study reveals in archaeological first
Ancient Egyptians got their ritualistic jollies on a concoction containing a mixture of fruits, nuts, psychedelics, bodily fluids and alcohol, according to new archaeological findings published in Scientific Reports this month.
2,000-Year-Old Psychedelic Potion Found in Ancient Egyptian Mug
Hallucinogens were found in an ancient Egyptian mug, confirming their use in fertility rituals linked to the god Bes. A professor from the University of South Florida has discovered the first physical evidence of hallucinogens in an Egyptian mug, validating written records and centuries-old myths of ancient Egyptian rituals and practices. Davide Tanasi conducted advanced [...]
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 57% of the sources are Center
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage