What German law, enacted in 1516, restricted beer ingredients to only water, barley, and hops?

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The Reinheitsgebot, or German Beer Purity Law, is one of the oldest food regulations still referenced today. While modern homebrewing(Deals) enthusiasts often experiment far beyond these three ingredients, the law remains a touchstone for traditional brewing philosophy. Many homebrew recipes for German-style lagers still follow the Reinheitsgebot as a point of pride.

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