‘The Millennium Pillar’ was an initiative aimed at enhancing the cityscape of Vacoas-Phoenix by erecting a magnificent statue at its bustling roundabout, colloquially known as the “ Rond-Point La Bière.” The Phoenix Millennium Pillar was a captivating piece of art originally crafted by the talented Hungarian artist, Ms. Zsuzsanna Szemok, with Mr. Pierre Lagesse serving as the project’s architect.

The project also garnered support from Phoenix Beverages Group’s welding team, Luxconsult as the engineering consultants, and Transinvest for the groundwork at the roundabout.

Now proudly perched on the roundabout that once housed the ‘Millennium Pillar’, this stunning ten-meter statue fills the residents of Vacoas-Phoenix with immense pride.

The inaugural tasting was conducted by Head Brewer Roger Blasco, a man deeply passionate about brewing.

At the time of its inauguration, the factory employed 40 individuals with the aim to produce 35,000 hectolitres of beer annually.

History dates back to 1845 in Mauritius, where a sugar estate named Phoenix was established at the confluence of two rivers: the Mesnil and Rivière Sèche.

It was only later that the brewery was established in Phoenix, attributed to its favourable climatic conditions, strategic location for island-wide product distribution, and water supply.

Thus, the beer was named after the city’s rich history, drawing inspiration from both the mythical bird and the Phoenician palms.

Just as the sugar was adorned with gold medals, the beer garnered multiple accolades and stands today as a staple brand in the heart of Mauritians.