Tennent's Lager
on Tap in Melbourne
Scotland's most iconic lager — poured properly at Invergordon Bar. One of the very few venues in Melbourne serving Tennent's on draught.
A Proper Pint of Tennent's — Poured on Tap
Tennent's Lager is the taste of Scotland in a glass. Brewed at the Wellpark Brewery in Glasgow's East End since 1885, it is Scotland's best-selling beer and one of the most recognised lagers in the world — yet genuinely difficult to find in Melbourne.
Invergordon Bar is one of the very few places in Melbourne where you can order a fresh pint of Tennent's from the tap. Not a can. Not a bottle. A proper draught pint, the way it is served in every pub from Glasgow to Inverness.
If you've been missing the taste of home, or you're simply curious what all the fuss is about, come in and pull up a stool.
Scotland's Favourite Lager
Crisp, cold, and unmistakeable — Tennent's has been Scotland's go-to pint for well over a century.
The Story Behind the Pint
From a Glasgow site that has been brewing since the 16th century to the pint in your hand — Tennent's is one of brewing's great stories.
Wellpark Brewery, Glasgow — Brewing Since 1556
The Wellpark Brewery site in Glasgow's East End has a brewing history stretching back to 1556, when Robert Tennent first brewed there — making it the oldest continuous commercial concern in Glasgow. The formal company H. & R. Tennent was established in 1740, and in the 1790s the family expanded by purchasing a neighbouring brewery and naming the five-acre site Wellpark.
Today Tennent Caledonian Breweries is part of C&C Group, but the lager is still brewed at Wellpark. The brewery remains one of the largest in the UK and a genuine piece of Glasgow's industrial heritage.
The UK's First Commercial Lager
In 1885, Hugh Tennent visited Bavaria and tasted the local pilsner-style beers that were transforming European drinking culture. Inspired, he brought those cold-fermentation techniques back to Wellpark and launched Tennent's Lager — the first commercially produced lager in the United Kingdom.
The crisp, clean style caught on immediately. Within decades it had become Scotland's dominant beer, a position it has never relinquished.
Draught, the Way It Should Be
Tennent's poured from the tap — served cold and fresh, the same way every Glasgow pub has served it for generations.
Tennent's Lager at Invergordon Bar
We serve Tennent's Lager on draught — properly conditioned and poured cold. It sits on the bar alongside Guinness, and a whisky shelf stocked with Highland single malts, so there is always a proper Scottish drink waiting for you.
Happy Hour runs every day from 4–6pm with $10 pints and $8 house white wine. On Tuesdays, that also includes Tennent’s Lager — a proper cold pint of Scotland’s favourite lager for just $10.
Happy Hour: Tuesdays 4–6 pm — $10 pints of Tennent's Lager. No booking needed. Just walk in.
- Tennent's Lager on draught — one of very few Melbourne venues
- Guinness on tap alongside it
- Highland whisky selection behind the bar
- Happy hour Tuesdays 4–6 pm — $10 pints
- Dog friendly — outdoor seating available
- BYO food welcome from any nearby Docklands restaurant
Why Tennent's?
Not every lager earns the loyalty of an entire nation. Here's what makes Tennent's different.
Made in Glasgow
Still brewed at Wellpark Brewery in Glasgow's East End — the same site that has produced Scottish beer since 1740. It tastes like Scotland because it is Scotland.
Proper Session Strength
At 4% ABV, Tennent's is built for a proper evening. Crisp, clean, and cold — a lager you can drink alongside conversation without it getting in the way.
Scotland's No.1
Tennent's has been Scotland's best-selling lager for decades. If you've been to a pub in Glasgow, Edinburgh, or Inverness, chances are you've seen the red T on the font.
Rare in Melbourne
You won't find Tennent's on tap at most Melbourne venues. Invergordon Bar is one of the very few places in the city where you can order a fresh pint straight from the draught line.
Recognisable in Any Language
Whether you know it from Glasgow or you're about to try it for the first time — there's nothing quite like a cold pint with that red T on the glass.
The Classic Pint
Cold, properly poured, served on draught at 381 Docklands Drive.
A Scottish Pub in Docklands
The right setting for Scotland's most iconic lager — a proper local, not a themed chain.
Find Us in Docklands
381 Docklands Drive, Docklands VIC 3008
Invergordon Bar is easy to reach from the Melbourne CBD and inner suburbs. Tram routes 70 and 86 stop directly on Docklands Drive — it's a short, straightforward trip.
By Tram
Routes 70 (Wattle Park) and 86 (Bundoora/Waterfront City) stop directly on Docklands Drive. Route 35 (City Circle) also runs nearby.
Opening Hours
- Monday & Tuesday: 3 pm – 9 pm
- Wednesday & Thursday: 3 pm – 11 pm
- Friday & Saturday: 12 pm – midnight
- Sunday: 12 pm – 9 pm
Tennent's Lager — Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you want to know about Scotland's most famous lager and where to find it in Melbourne.
What is Tennent's Lager?
Tennent's Lager is Scotland's most iconic beer, brewed at the Wellpark Brewery in Glasgow. First produced as a lager in 1885, it is one of the first lagers commercially brewed in the United Kingdom. At 4% ABV, it is crisp, clean-drinking, and Scotland's best-selling beer.
Where can I get Tennent's Lager in Melbourne?
Invergordon Bar at 381 Docklands Drive, Docklands VIC 3008 is one of Melbourne's very few venues serving Tennent's Lager on tap. We're open daily — check our hours above. No need to book for a pint, just walk in.
Is Tennent's on tap or only in cans/bottles?
Tennent's Lager is served on draught (tap) at Invergordon Bar. A fresh pint poured from the tap is the proper way to enjoy Tennent's — the way it's served in Glasgow pubs, and the only way we serve it here.
How strong is Tennent's Lager?
Standard Tennent's Lager is 4% ABV — a session-strength lager that's crisp and very drinkable. This is the classic pub strength served across Scotland, and it's what we pour at Invergordon Bar.
When was Tennent's Lager first brewed?
Hugh Tennent visited Bavaria in 1885, tasted local pilsner-style beers, and returned to Wellpark to launch Tennent's Lager — the UK's first commercially produced lager. The Wellpark Brewery site itself has a brewing history going back to 1556, making it Glasgow's oldest continuous commercial concern.
Is Tennent's the same as Tennent's Super?
No. Tennent's Super is a separate product at 9% ABV. The Tennent's Lager served on tap at Invergordon Bar is the classic 4% version — Scotland's everyday pint, not the high-strength variety.
What other Scottish or British drinks does Invergordon Bar serve?
Alongside Tennent's Lager, we serve McEwans Export, Guinness, Kilkenny & Magners Apple Cider on draught and carry a selection of Highland single malt whiskies. We also stock IRN-BRU and Scottish snacks. Check our drinks menu or ask at the bar for what's currently pouring.
Do I need to book to try Tennent's at Invergordon Bar?
Walk-ins are always welcome. Bookings are recommended for groups of 6 or more, and on AFL and NRL game days or post-concert nights when Docklands fills up. Book online at invergordonbar.com.au or email info@invergordonbar.com.au.
