| Source | Latest linked headline | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Upworthy | A 162-YEAR-OLD GUINNESS WAS PULLED FROM A SHIPWRECK. SCIENTISTS ARE FASCINATED BY WHAT’S INSIDE. | 50 mins ago |
| Upworthy | PHILOSOPHER LEO TOLSTOY WAS MARRIED NEARLY 50 YEARS. HIS MARRIAGE ADVICE STILL STANDS TODAY. | 4 hrs ago |
A 162‑year‑old bottle of Guinness, recovered from a shipwreck, has been brought aboard by a salvage crew, sparking scientific interest. The find, reported by Upworthy, raises the possibility that the beer may still be drinkable after more than a century and a half at sea.
According to Upworthy, the bottle was salvaged from the wreck of an unnamed vessel that sank in the late 19th century. Scientists examining the container noted that the seal remained intact and the liquid inside has preserved its characteristics, prompting speculation about its taste and safety for consumption. The article highlighted the rarity of a beer surviving this long and the potential for future studies on fermentation longevity.
Such discoveries are rare; most preserved beverages lose flavor or become unfit for consumption over centuries. The find illustrates the resilience of certain brewing techniques and the historical significance of maritime trade goods.