Recipe kit Original Vic Bitter — Pale Ale extract homebrew kit

Recipe Kit Original Vic Bitter

Name: Recipe Kit Original Vic Bitter
Brand: Australian Home Brewing
SKU: 35064
Price: 53.9 AUD
Availability: InStock

$53.90

This is our clone recipe built to capture what makes Victoria Bitter iconic: a clean, crisp, full-strength Australian lager-style bitter. It makes 21 litres at 4.4 to 4.6% ABV, with the balanced malt sweetness and resinous hop bite the original is famous for.

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Extract

4.4-4.6% ABV , Original Vic Bitter

Makes 21L

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Australian Home Brewing Recipe Kit Original Vic Bitter

$53.90

The details

Get the hops and the yeast right and the rest follows. Pride of Ringwood, grown in Tasmania and Victoria, gives the resinous, fruity bitterness that defines this beer. Paired with New Zealand pale malt and a Californian-style lager yeast fermented cool and clean, you get about as close as you can to cracking a cold one straight off the line, except you brewed it.

This is our clone recipe built to capture what makes Victoria Bitter iconic: a clean, crisp, full-strength Australian lager-style bitter. It makes 21 litres at 4.4 to 4.6% ABV, with the balanced malt sweetness and resinous hop bite the original is famous for. The key is the hops, Pride of Ringwood, the variety that defined VB for generations.

What it is like to brew

Get the hops and the yeast right and the rest follows. Pride of Ringwood, grown in Tasmania and Victoria, gives the resinous, fruity bitterness that defines this beer. Paired with pale malt and a Californian-style lager yeast fermented cool and clean, you get about as close as you can to cracking a cold one straight off the line, except you brewed it.

Why this kit works

Pride of Ringwood hops, the variety that defined the original's character
Pale malt for an authentic clean malt base
Californian-style lager yeast that ferments clean at ale temperatures
Full-strength and full-flavoured, a faithful take on an Australian icon

When it makes sense

The kit to brew when you want a faithful, full-strength VB-style bitter at home. Suits beginners after a familiar Australian style and experienced brewers who want a reliable, true-to-style house bitter.

Specifications

Style	Australian Bitter
ABV	4.4 to 4.6% (approximately 4.5%)
IBU	25 to 30
Colour (EBC)	6 to 8
Original gravity	1.040 to 1.042
Final gravity	1.008 to 1.012
Fermentation temp	18 to 20°C
Batch volume	21 litres
Difficulty	Beginner friendly
Ready to drink	About 4 weeks

What's in the box

Pale malt extract (the fermentable base that becomes the beer)
Pride of Ringwood hops (resinous, fruity bitterness, the signature VB hop)
Californian-style lager yeast (clean fermentation at ale temperature)
Step-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings

Flavour profile

Appearance: Golden amber
Aroma: Resinous and fruity
Flavour: Balanced malt sweetness with a medium, resinous hop bite
Mouthfeel: Clean and crisp
Finish: Crisp, balanced and refreshing

Hamish's verdict

Pride of Ringwood is non-negotiable for this style, and it is what makes the clone read as VB rather than just another bitter. Ferment cool and clean around 18 to 20°C and give it time to condition. Brewed properly, it is genuinely close to the original.

Reviewed by the AHB Brewing Team, June 2026. Last updated June 2026.

What's In The Kit

New Zealand grown pale malt extract: the fermentable base that becomes the beer
Pride of Ringwood hops: resinous, fruity bitterness, the signature VB hop
Californian-style lager yeast: clean fermentation at ale temperature
Step-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings

Brew Specs

Style: Australian Bitter
ABV: 4.4 to 4.6% (approximately 4.5%)
IBU: 25 to 30
Colour (EBC): 6 to 8
Original gravity: 1.040 to 1.042
Final gravity: 1.008 to 1.012
Fermentation temp: 18 to 20°C
Batch volume: 21 litres
Difficulty: Beginner friendly
Ready to drink: About 4 weeks

Flavour Profile

Appearance: Golden amber
Aroma: Resinous and fruity
Flavour: Balanced malt sweetness with a medium, resinous hop bite
Mouthfeel: Clean and crisp
Finish: Crisp, balanced and refreshing

Who it's for

The kit to brew when you want a faithful, full-strength VB-style bitter at home. Suits beginners after a familiar Australian style and experienced brewers who want a reliable, true-to-style house bitter.

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Quick answers

Questions about this product, shipping and orders. See the FAQ page for more topics.

Customer support:
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.

Is this an official Victoria Bitter product?

No. This is an independent clone recipe inspired by Victoria Bitter. It is not affiliated with, licensed by or endorsed by the brand owner. It is our own recipe built to capture the character of the style.

Why does this kit use Pride of Ringwood hops?

Pride of Ringwood, grown in Tasmania and Victoria, is the hop variety that defined VB's character for generations. It gives the resinous, fruity bitterness that makes the clone taste true to the original.

Do I need a fridge or temperature control to brew this?

No. This kit uses a clean lager-style yeast that ferments well at ale temperatures of 18 to 20 degrees C, so a steady room temperature is enough. You get lager-like crispness without a temperature-controlled fridge.

How much beer does this kit make?

It makes 21 litres, which is roughly 28 longneck bottles (750ml) or about 55 stubbies (330ml).

What equipment do I need to brew this kit?

A fermenter with lid and airlock, a no-rinse sanitiser, a thermometer, a hydrometer, and bottles or a keg for packaging. Our starter equipment kits include everything you need.

Customer support:
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.

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