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Victoria Bitter (VB)

Carlton & United Breweries (CUB)
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🌍 Australia · Australian Bitter · One of 1 Australian Bitters in hopIQ

Australia's most iconic beer. Medium-bodied with a slightly bitter, malty character and high carbonation. 'For a hard-earned thirst' — the advertising tagline is as well-known as the beer. A cultural institution since 1958.

ABV
4.9%
IBU
22
SRM
4pale golden
4

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 20+ dimensions

crisp
87%
refreshing
87%
clean
75%
grain
63%
dry
50%
malty
50%
light
38%
medium-bodied
25%
bread
25%
bitter
13%
smooth
13%

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About Australian Bitter

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What is a Australian Bitter?

Australian Bitter is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar Australian Bitter

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same crisp, refreshing, clean character as Victoria Bitter (VB) will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Victoria Bitter (VB)

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairings

What to eat with Victoria Bitter (VB)

WHERE TO BUY

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