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The reviews for Victoria Bitter Lager reveal a polarized perception of the beer. Many consumers appreciate its classic, robust, and refreshing taste, especially on hot days or after hard work, highlighting its status as a staple in Australian beer culture. Its affordability and availability also contribute to its popularity. However, several reviewers criticize its bitter taste and heavy aftertaste, noting that it can be too strong or even unpleasant for some. The beer's iconic status is acknowledged, but with the rise of craft beers, some consumers are shifting preferences toward newer, more complex brews. While Victoria Bitter maintains a loyal following for its straightforward and traditional flavor, it also faces criticism for lacking the innovation and subtlety of modern alternatives.
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VB test
nice to use on hot day after working
VB test
i have drank this and enjoy the taste and its soothe feeling.
rather enjoy it on a hot day and watching the cricket
Victoria Bitter Lager
Nothing like a cold Victoria Bitter Lager. When we get together we always have one with the boys.
Victoria Bitter Lager
Not bad flavour . Great aussie beer .
great flavor
affordable, good value, good crisp flavor. One of my go to beers. Widely available
Still the one
Original mans thirst quencher, bitter is best
Very popular in summer
Always refreshing , especially on a hot day.
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not my cup of tea at all not a nice taste
Bitter treat
Been around for a very long time . If it’s not broken don’t fix it ! This is a quality lager beer . Not a favourite of mine however a strong bitter flavour
Oh, now... that's a classic.
Still the most reasonably priced in the stores I visit. It's popular and versatile. Just simple reliable old fashion beer. No fancy labels nor exotic flavors.
Reliable and refreshing.
VB is always a great thirst quenching beer and goes well with food.
Good product
It tastes good, but I find myself reaching for others before this.
Popular, but not my favourite.
Too bitter for me, but a reliable drip
Iconic Aussie beer
For a hard earned thirst in Aus
My favorite
Victoria Bitter (VB) is a no-nonsense, full-strength lager that’s earned its place as a staple in Aussie beer culture. It’s bold, bitter, and unapologetically robust—perfect for those who like their beer with a punch. While not for everyone, VB delivers consistent flavour and a satisfying finish that pairs well with a hot day and a backyard barbecue. A true working-class brew that doesn’t try to be fancy.
Basic drink
Good on tap but not my usual cup of tea.
Always a refreshing drop
I drink this beer less than before, with so many new beers on the market. Still always get it when on special.
Love VB!
for many years VB is and wil be my favorite beer!
Older Styled Beer
Was great in its day but prefer smaller breweries this days with an original flavour
Glad the original is back!
If you're looking for a classic, no-nonsense Aussie beer, Victoria Bitter (VB) is a solid choice. It’s been around forever, and there’s a reason it’s stuck around. VB has a strong, malty flavour with a bit of bitterness that hits just right if you like your beer full-bodied. It’s the kind of brew you’d enjoy after a long day or at a weekend barbecue with mates.
As a woman who usually prefers lighter or more complex beers, VB isn’t always my go-to, but I appreciate its straightforwardness. It’s not trying to be fancy—just a good, reliable lager that delivers on what it promises. If you're after something affordable and quintessentially Australian, VB ticks the boxes. It’s a bit heavy for easy-drinking, but if you like a bold, traditional beer, give it a try. Even if it’s not your usual, it’s worth a taste to experience an iconic part of Aussie beer culture.
Great taste
Awesome taste, very smooth. Would recommended it definitely 👍
Victorian Bitter Lager
Don't understand why everyone hypes it up so much, VB is alright on a good day. Nothing special about it compared to other lagers
Great Beer
VB is my all-time favourite beer...it is consistently full of flavour, crisp, and very refreshing
A Hard Earned Thirst
This is my staple beer, I love the full flavour.
The Best
Crisp and fresh taste and so refreshing.
VB lager
Tried many but this is my all time favourite
Worsed ever
I don't know why people rave about it but this and XXXX Gold have to be the worsed beers ever I've tried.
Cheers
Always remember that first beer and it was a VB, and still to this day it’s my go to for a truly great enjoyable beer that gives me satisfaction and quality guarantee every time I drink it
Victoria bitter beer review
Great flavour and aroma good overall beer to have after a hard day at work
Not good
I have only had this once, and could not finish it. The taste was not good at all. I cannot put my finger on why, but there was something about it that just did not sit well with me.
Beer that tastes like real beer
Nothing fancy, just a solid beer. Best on tap.
great for any evening
great refershing taste loved it
New age of VB
A long time ago i had a VB and swore off it, way to sweet. But my brother suggested i give it ago again late last year and i have to say it is much better then it was. Its just a beer that tastes like beer, good all rounder.
Victoria Bitter
A hard earned thirst needs a big cold beer and the best cold beer is Vic.
Refreshing
Victoria Bitter lager is a good tasting beer which is refreshing and quenches my thirst.
Very Best
VB is the very best beer going around unique flavour and same as original taste it's my favorite.
Great for hot days
Definitely don't mind one of these, especially on a hot day having a slab! Goes down well. The first few mouthfuls are a bit bitter, but after that, they go down nicely!
Awesome
Great Aussie classic nothing better than having it on a hot summer day
Most refreshing beer to have anywhere
VB what can I say, refreshing, tastes like a good beer to me. Company does merchandise and competitions which makes it more appealing too.
Bitter fav
It is a good one for snall gathering
My favourite beer
Love it’s flavour, crispness and it is so refreshing
Great tasting beer
The only beer I like to drink when I do feel like a beer on a hot day, it’s great tasting and so refreshing
VB Lager
This is my favourite beer....have been drinking it for years. It has a bold taste which goes down well on a hot day after a long day at work. Many other beers are either lacking in flavour or are not worth the price paid. It is a beer that is not pretentious or trendy.....just a fair dinkum good tasting beer
Classic Beer
Not my first choice as I find it too strong
A classic
Great Aussie beer, my dad drank it and so do all my family. Not complicated just true bitter beer
Alcoholic beverages
It tastes good and it’s Australian
An Australian classic
Nothing beats it, an Aussie classic
VB VB VB
This a classic beer as childhood and is always used in Australia household
Victoria Bitter Lager
Victoria Bitter Lager very nice i love it
Victoria Bitter Lager
Victoria Bitter Lager it s one of my favourites
VB beer
Yukk, I hate the taste of all beers
Great tasting Aussie beer
Can't get anything better on a hot summers day
Victoria Bitter Beer
This is an old time favourite still today you can't go better then a yummy cold Victoria Bitter stubby love Lou xxx
Passed it's use by date
I'm afraid VB has lost it's ranking these days, up against some pretty awesome brews now.
Iconic but mid
Iconic brand but I can think of many beers that are better, not the worst but definitely not the best
Victoria Bitter lager
Sorry but the number 1 worst beer in the world. I wouldn't drink it if it was free.
VB Mate
I take this when I really want to relax after a long work and give me a great flavor, I like it.
Great classic
It's just refreshing, great taste, no other beer like it
Good Beer
It's a good locally brewed beer
Aweful
Headache material. Gives the drinker bad breath and bad odour especially in warm weather. VB belongs in Vic
VB The classic
One of the best classic in the Beer. good for everyday drinking.
Good Beer
You know what you are getting.Good old fashion beer.Love the beer Love the history
VB traditional Aussie beer at its best.
VB is an old favourite and stands the test of time.
Drinking VB
I am a big beer guy and I enjoyed VB! It’s a good beer to drink before party’s and it goes down easy.
A Classic Aussie Drop.
As the old TV ad with famous Aussie Actor John Mellion says in the ads For a Hard Earned Thirst there's only one beer and the best cold beer is Vic - Victoria Bitter.
For those who have never seen the ad's just go to Youtube and search Victoria bitter classic ads
Thirsty
Love the taste of it and recommend it to anyone
Beer that tastes like beer
Nothing funky about it, just what I want and expect. Real flavour.
full bodied beer
I love the taste it is great. Crisp , clean and refreshing.
good beer
great taste
Geavy
Headache material
Still vb
Same classic taste
Classic taste
Overall good beer.
VB review
Refreshing ice cold on very hot day
Vic Bitter
great australian beer
iconic brand
perfect taste and light
Too bitter
Has a very bitter taste, not a fan of this one.
Bitter
Dont like the taste
VB
I love vb and buy it time to time
Australian Brand
I tried Victoria Bitter before and I liked it and I am going to recommend it to my friend. It is Australian owned.
VB review
I like the taste
ok but have had better
Nice taste but it's an accuiqured taste
VB is a lovely drop
VB is one of the more popular beers because it always taste good, the colder the better
vb beer
one that i purchase most often as well as thooyes new as it is $10 dollars cheaper
VB
great tasting
NICE
GOOD STUFFBVERYB REFREASHING
just a drink
i have bought and tride vb but not a an to me it me taste watery so i can,t say any more
Aussie
I am not really a fan it can be a little strong and bloat you
VB
Victoria Bitter is one of the best cold beers around.
VB
It was good for beer battered fish
The Very Best
This is my all time favourite drink, it is definitely my go to beer for any occasion.
Not as popular as it once was
Victoria Bitter back in the late 80's ealy 90's replaced Fosters Lager as the most popular beer in the country. Now with the rise of craft beer and different styles it is back in the pack. It tastes better than Fosters but most beers do these days.
An aussie classic
Good value for money and a nice crisp taste
Beer
Very tasty
Aussie as beer
The VB is an iconic Aussie beer, been around for a long time. I personally not a fan of the taste but I love what it stands for.
Cheap rubbish
It just tastes like garbage. No pleasant flavour at all. Like carbonated lighter fluid.
Very Best Aussie Beer!
You'll hear alot of people put VB down which is ridiculous I think because it is a solid tasty iconic beer. It has a strong taste with a good amount of alcohol in it. And if you get a well poured beer straight from the tap at the pub,well there's nothing more satisfying! Mmm, I gotta go! Have to get my VB now! Cheers!
Classic Aussie Beer
Great taste. Refreshing and authentic.
Classic Aussie beer
I love an ice cold vb, it’s such a crisp flavour straight out of the freezer on a Friday afternoon.
Not for me.
It wasn't as refreshing as the adds make out and after taste was on the heavy side even yeasty to some extent. I couldn't see myself doing a six pack at a bbq.
Nice beer
Nice beer with a well known brand
For a hard earned thirst
VB has been my favorite beer for many years and I love it.
Ok
Its not the best but better than fosters!
Good quality
It is refreshing and I liked its taste.
Not my thing
This is possibly the most hyped aussie beer around and I just dont get it. The taste just isnt my thing- its definely a hit or miss depending on my mood (and the temperature to be fair).
Treat
Like this beer usually have a shandy
Satisfaction
A great quench of thirst. Refreshing and satisfying.
Cool
Wanna cool your head after hot day?
Fir beer, this is my go to!
Eever sunce I was young this has always been a great go tpo beer, goid at bbqs and with family and friends. Always share a slab when visiting family or friends before moving onto the stronger stuff!
Love it
I find this particular beer always enjoyable especially after spending a couple of hours mowing our lawn