It's no secret that the ancient Egyptians brewed beer — it's right up there with mummies and pharaohs and pyramids for things that people know about the culture. However, there's a big difference between knowing they had the capability to make beer, and knowing how much beer the ancients could brew up.
Judging by a recent discovery in Egypt, they weren't just brewing up small artisanal batches of session ales — it was a full-blown industry.