Hannu Orell from Oulu made an interesting discovery during a diving trip when he found a bottle of beer from the wreck of the s/s Telma, which sank in 1939. The beer had been lying on the seabed for nearly 40 years, having been produced by the Toppilan Mallasjuomatehdas brewery that operated in Oulu from 1919 to 1967. Orell shared that the beer still had a pleasant taste reminiscent of a pale lager, and was surprisingly well-preserved despite its age.

Upon discovering the bottle, Orell and his diving crew opened it during their return journey, noting that it made the characteristic sound of a beer being opened and poured it carefully into cups to avoid disturbing any sediment that had settled at the bottom. The beer was described as "very clear," and the long duration underwater did not seem to have negatively impacted its flavor. Orell even suggested that the dark and cool environment of the wreck might have been optimal for preserving the beer over the decades.

This quirky find highlights the historical aspects of Oulu's brewing past and raises questions about the preservation of artifacts in underwater environments. It showcases how remnants of the past can be interconnected with local history and culture, providing a tangible link to the city’s brewing heritage that might otherwise remain forgotten.