During excavations at George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate, archaeologists have discovered two intact bottles from the mid-18th century containing cherries. The find is exceptional, as complete artifacts are rarely found in archaeology. The cherries were likely preserved in the bottles for future dining and may have been picked by enslaved people at Mount Vernon. The discovery sheds light on the culinary practices and preservation techniques of the time.
Archaeologists excavating at George Washington’s Mount Vernon have discovered two intact bottles filled with liquid and preserved cherries from the 1770s. The bottles were likely buried by enslaved people and may have been intended for later dining. The discovery offers a rare glimpse into culinary practices and preservation methods of the 18th century and sheds light on the daily lives of those who lived and worked at Mount Vernon.
Archaeologists at Mount Vernon have made an astonishing discovery: two intact bottles containing preserved cherries, believed to date back to the 1770s. The bottles, found in the mansion’s basement, likely served as a time capsule, providing a glimpse into the culinary practices and food preservation techniques of George Washington’s era.
