Archaeologists in China have discovered a 2,000 years old wine in a commoner's tomb. The liquid measures 300 milliliters and is believed to be from the Qin Dynasty (221-207BC). Researchers say that this proves, ancient Chinese enjoyed alcohol just like the modern day man. Archaeologists from the Archaeological Research Institute of Shaanxi Province found the bronze vessel while excavating a group of 56 ancient tombs for a new subway project in the Xixian New District in Shaanxi Province.

Experts said that the liquid was yellow in color and was a type of fermented alcoholic beverage.According to a Daily Mail report, the wine was found in a Zhong which is similar to those normally used during a sacrifice ceremony in ancient China. Calling the discovery a surprise, the institute said that the alcohol survived as it was sealed well and covered with sackcloth tied with plant vines.

Aging of wine is considered to potentially improve the quality of it. Breweries store wine for years to improve its taste and quality, however, we are not sure what a 2000-year-old wine would taste like! Let's hope it turns to be like one of those good old vintage bottles.

The report says, 49 of the ancient tombs built between the Warring States Period (475-221BC) and the Qin Dynasty. Another was from the Han Dynasty (206BC-220AD) and six from the Qing Dynasty (1644-1914). More than 260 relics were unearthed in all of the tombs.

They also discovered an ancient sword believed to be nearly 3,000 years old and a 60 cm long black sword. A turtle shell believed to have used for religious purposes was also found during the excavation.

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