The ancient Roman kitchen was a hub of culinary innovation and sophistication. In addition to traditional cooking methods, many Roman kitchens featured a built-in home distillery and bar. This allowed the Romans to produce their own spirits and enjoy a variety of alcoholic beverages. The kitchen was equipped with a distillation apparatus, which consisted of a copper still and various glassware. The Romans used this setup to distill wine and create spirits like aqua vitae, a strong alcoholic beverage. The kitchen also had a bar area where guests could gather and enjoy the drinks produced in-house. It was a social space where people could relax, socialize, and indulge in the finest Roman cuisine and spirits.
