World Beer Challenge

Month: June 2011

  • Fiji

    Fiji

    Date Consumed: 2012
    Beer: Fiji Bitter
    Brewed: Fosters Group Pacific, Walu Bay, Suva, Fiji Islands
    Size: 375mL
    Alcohol Content: 4.6%
    Sourced: Food4Less, Nadi, Fiji (thanks to Desmond Singh!)
    World Beer Rating: 7/10

    Notes: Surprisingly good, tastes similar to domestic Fosters brewed in the United Kingdom except a slightly fruity aftertaste. Lovely refreshing beer in the 32 degree heat of Fiji.

    Fiji Bitter, Fiji

    Date Consumed: 2013
    Beer: Vonu Pure Lager
    Brewed: Island Brewing Company, Nadi, Fiji Islands
    Size: 330mL
    Alcohol Content:
    Sourced: Prouds, Nadi, Fiji
    World Beer Rating: 10/10

    Notes: I was absolutely blown away by this beer, it’s simply wonderful. Light floral and citrus notes, lightly carbonated. A world class craft beer brewed in Fiji? Indeed it is. I would love this to be eventually exported worldwide.

    Vonu Pure Lager, Fiji

    Date Consumed: 2013
    Beer: Fiji Taki Beer
    Brewed: Fosters Group Pacific, Walu Bay, Suva, Fiji Islands
    Size: 750mL
    Alcohol Content: 4.6%
    Sourced: Prouds, Nadi, Fiji
    World Beer Rating: 6/10

    Notes: Boring “Clean Crisp Taste” translates to “Nothing to write home about”. Tasted like Tooheys New. Typically mass produced Fijian beer and served cold for thirsty tourists.

    Fiji Taki Beer, Fiji