Over the past few years the United States has seen a resurgence of microbrews, small batch spirits, and family run wineries, but for much of the world it's been like this for thousands of years. You can learn a lot from a culture just by the way they unwind and by the beverages that they use to do it.

If you're so inclined, the next time you're globetrotting, take as much care in choosing indigenous beverages as you do local eats. We are a people that likes to celebrate and throughout the ages all the way back to Ancient Greece, we've found a host of methods to suit our tastes. From Germany to Ghana and Mexico to South Carolina, learn about the native beverages that make us smile year after year.

Keep reading to learn How 7 Cultures Unwind: Indigenous Cocktails From Across the Globe.