100-year-old Mackinlay whiskey

In first place on the Amazing Things Found in Ice list are five abandoned 100-year-old Mackinlay whiskey casks that were discovered in Antarctica in 2006. The containers were discovered in the cabin of explorer Ernest Shackleton and contained 11 bottles of Scotch Whiskey. To safeguard the bottles, they were carefully wrapped in paper and straw. Shackleton's expedition to Antarctica in 1907 was undoubtedly difficult. The liquid within the bottles was, of course, frozen due to the extreme cold, but when the bottles were restored to room temperature, the whiskey could be heard splattering.

The priceless discoveries are obviously kept since they are historically significant, but a sample was provided to Scottish distiller Whyte and Mackay. Master Blenders will also be given the opportunity to evaluate the sample and see if they can learn and apply any relevant knowledge about the recipe. Scientists from New Zealand then investigated the bottles and discovered that the alcohol in the whisky was still intact.

Found: in 2006

Location: Antarctica