For anyone watching their wallet this August, a free gin and tonic feels less like a happy-hour gimmick and more like a civic amenity. Singapore’s Brass Lion Distillery is leaning into that sentiment by giving away 1,000 complimentary Pearl Jasmine gin and tonics at bars island-wide. The twist? You can’t just show up—you have to earn it.
Thankfully, the work is minimal and actually fun. Starting now through August 31, anyone can play Spirit of the City: Play to Pour, a browser-based game accessible via smartphone or desktop. Players navigate a falling cascade of gin bottles and aromatic botanicals, dodging the rogue ones to rack up points. Hit 2,300 points, flash the winning screen at one of more than 30 participating bars, and a free Pearl Jasmine gin and tonic is yours—while supplies last.
The prize is no ordinary pour. Brass Lion’s Pearl Jasmine Gin was named World’s Best Flavoured Gin at the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2025, earning an almost-flawless score of 99 out of 100. That level of recognition puts it in rarefied company among spirits, and the free drink offers a low-risk chance to taste an award-winner without committing to a full bottle.
The campaign doesn’t stop at a single freebie. Players who push past 3,000 points by month’s end unlock a 25 percent discount on tickets to Brass Lion Gin School—a hands-on workshop at the distillery in Alexandra where participants become a distiller for the day instead of just sipping finished product. One top scorer will also win a pair of Gin School passes valued at $500.
The redemption network spans more than 30 venues, including popular haunts like Middle Child, Slippery Slope, and Moonstone. Several bars are also shaking up limited-edition cocktails using the Pearl Jasmine Gin, such as the Lion City Bloom at BeGIN, the Duxton Sling at Jungle Ballroom, and the Lion City Dawn at Dempsey Cookhouse. These bespoke drinks offer a curated way to explore the gin’s floral profile beyond the classic G&T.
Why this matters in 2025’s dining scene
In a year when Singapore bars continue to earn global accolades—Jigger & Pony landed on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026 list, and Fura was crowned World’s Best Bar by the Spirited Awards—Brass Lion’s playful promotion bridges the gap between elite spirits and everyday drinkers. It turns a digital game into a real-world reason to visit neighborhood bars, potentially boosting foot traffic during a typically quiet month.
How to participate
- Play Spirit of the City at play.brassliondistillery.com
- Reach 2,300 points for a free Pearl Jasmine G&T
- Aim for 3,000+ points by August 31 to unlock the Gin School discount
- Check the full list of participating bars at Brass Lion Distillery’s site
No queues, no purchases, no sign-up fees—just a few minutes of tapping and dodging. In an era where every dollar counts, a free award-winning G&T might be the best public service of the summer.