Vb Beer: Where To Buy In The Us?

Victoria Bitter (VB) is an iconic Australian beer and the most consumed beer in Australia. However, it is not available in the United States. There is a growing presence of other Aussie products being imported into the US, and some consumers are keen to get their hands on VB. There is even a petition to bring VB to the USA, with over 2000 signatures.

VB is not available in the US

Victoria Bitter (VB) is not available in the US. While it is the most consumed beer in Australia, VB lovers in the US have been unable to get their hands on it. There was a brief period when VB hit American shores, but it seems that it is no longer available.

There is a petition to bring VB to the USA, with over 2000 signatures. The petition is directed at Foster's Group, the brewers of VB, who currently export the beer to the UK and Europe. The petition argues that there is a market for VB in the US, with a large number of Australian expats and local beer lovers who would enjoy the brew.

There are a few Australian beers available in the US, including Coopers, James Squire, Tooheys New, Blue Tongue, James Boags, and Fosters. However, VB is notably absent from this list.

Some people have suggested alternatives to VB that are available in the US, such as Terra, a Korean beer made from Australian malt, which is said to taste similar to VB. Others have recommended American beers that are similar in style to VB, such as light American amber ales or pale ales.

So, while VB may not be available in the US, there are other options for those craving a similar taste.

Closest American product to VB

Victoria Bitter (VB) is a lager produced by Carlton & United Breweries, a subsidiary of Asahi, in Melbourne, Victoria. It is not available in the US, but there are some similar American beers.

VB is a mass-produced, mass-marketed commercial adjunct lager. It is made using a wortstream brewing process and has a portion of cane sugar to thin out the body. It is known for being a "working man's beer", with a malty sweetness and a smooth, easy-drinking bitterness.

Some American beers that are similar to VB include:

• Light American Amber Ales
• Budweiser
• Lone Star
• Coors Light
• Miller High Life

In addition, there is a Korean beer called Terra that is made from Australian malt and is said to taste very similar to VB. It is available in the US and can be found in mom-and-pop Korean stores or H-Mart.

Petition to bring VB to the USA

Victoria Bitter (VB) is an iconic Australian beer and the most consumed beer in Australia. It is currently exported to the United Kingdom and throughout Europe, but we believe it's time for VB to make its way to the USA!

There is a growing presence of Aussie products being imported into the US, and with a significant number of Australian expats in the country, we believe there is a strong market for VB. Australian expats would appreciate a taste of home, and local lovers of beer would enjoy this fine brew.

Currently, there are six other brands of Australian beer imported to the USA, including Coopers, James Squire, and Tooheys New. The market for Australian beer is wide open, and we believe VB would be a true representative of Australian beer culture.

By signing this petition, you are showing your support for bringing VB to the USA and encouraging the Fosters Group to begin importing this beloved beer. Let's boost those signatures and give a warranted push to those higher-ups at Fosters!

Support Australian beer and Australian business—show Fosters Group that you would purchase VB if it was sold in the USA!

Comments from VB Lovers

"I'm an American who never had VB, but is it like Brit bitters where it's low in alcohol so one can drink a lot? Would any Brit bitter suffice (usually Brit bitters are around 3-4% alcohol)? I know in the US we have a number of pale ales that match that profile."

"I find Australia to be beautiful and fascinating. I love the nature and the humble history. I heard that VB was the most popular beer in what was essentially the 'Wild West' version of Britain, and I was intrigued."

"I drank VB often when I was younger. It's a drink that's pleasant for BBQs, hot days, and after hard labour or sweaty exercise."

Australian expats in the USA

If you're an Australian expat in the USA, you may be missing some of the comforts of home, and there's nothing more Australian than Victoria Bitter, or VB, the country's most-consumed beer. Unfortunately, VB is not available in the US, but that doesn't mean you're completely out of options. One option is to petition the Fosters Group, who brew VB, to begin importing it to the US. There is already a petition to do just that, which currently has over 2000 signatures.

If you're not keen on waiting, there are some alternatives you can try. One suggestion is to try Coopers Sparkling Ale, which is described as a "quintessentially Australian beer". You can also try Terra, a Korean beer made from Australian malt that is available in the US and is said to taste a lot like VB. You can find it in mom-and-pop Korean stores or H-Mart.

If you're looking for other Australian beers, there are a few options available in the US. These include Coopers (from South Australia), James Squire (brewed by Malt Shovel Brewery in Sydney), Tooheys New (brewed by Lion Nathan), Blue Tongue (an independent brewery in the Hunter Valley), James Boags, and Fosters (although the product imported to the US is brewed under license in Canada).

So, while you may not be able to find VB on the shelves just yet, there are still plenty of Australian beer options to enjoy in the USA.

Australian beers imported to the USA

Australian beers are available in the USA, although the selection may depend on where you are in the country. Local Australian specialty stores are likely to stock a range of Australian beers, and some online suppliers also provide this option.

Some Australian beers that are available in the USA include Coopers Sparkling Ale and Wildflower Amber, which can be found at Total Wine & More. Australian Brewery, based in Sydney, has also started exporting its craft beers to the USA, including its New World Pilsner, Pale Ale, and Saison D’Heretique. These beers have won awards across the globe, including several medals at the 2017 Australian International Beer Awards.

For those looking for a specific Australian beer, it may be worth requesting it from a local store manager, who will often try to source it for you. Alternatively, online suppliers like BevMo may be able to help, and some Australian beers can be gifted to people in the USA via online retailers.

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