First contact with a gin flight always feels like a test. Here, at Brass Lion Distillery, it turns into an easy, friendly lesson in what makes each style tick, and why botanicals matter. I especially like that you taste six in-house gins back-to-back, then get a drink you actually chose, not a random pour. The pace is relaxed and you can ask questions as you go, so it feels like a conversation more than a lecture.

Two things I really like: the venue feels clean, polished, and welcoming, and the staff clearly enjoy talking about their spirits. In the guided portion, you’ll learn the distillery’s origin story and how that thinking shows up in the recipes you taste. It’s also practical: you get tips on enjoying gin neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails.

The main thing to consider is time and flexibility. The experience is short and focused, it’s non-refundable, and schedule changes aren’t set up for swapping to a different date.

Key Things You’ll Notice Right Away

• A guided flight of six gins you can compare while the aromas are still fresh in your nose
• An origin story before you taste, so the flavors land with context
• Practical drinking tips for neat, on the rocks, and gin cocktails
• A complimentary G&T of your choice featuring a gin you sampled
• A cozy tasting room where you can keep the evening going until closing

Finding Brass Lion Distillery and Getting Settled

You’ll start at the Brass Lion Distillery ticketing counter for redemption. That matters because this kind of tasting works best when you’re not wandering around while your nose “warms up.” The session is guided in English, so you’ll be able to ask real questions without guessing what you missed.

Once you’re inside, the setting does what a good tasting room should: it keeps things calm. Based on the feel described in past bookings, the space is clean and easy to navigate, and the staff are friendly. That sets the tone for a guided flight, where small details like aroma strength and botanical balance can get lost if the room is chaotic.

If you’re the type who shows up early, do. It gives you time to get comfortable and build a baseline for what you’re about to smell. If you rush in right at start time, you’ll still be fine, but you’ll likely enjoy it more if you take a breath first.

The Distillery Intro That Actually Helps Your Tasting

Before the pours, your guide walks you through how Brass Lion Distillery was born and what inspired the gin styles you’re about to taste. This part isn’t just backstory for backstory’s sake. It gives you a framework for noticing patterns—like how the classic style fits alongside specialty and limited releases.

Here’s how I’d use this intro if you’re new to gin. I treat it like a decoder ring:

• Listen for what the team cares about in their recipes.
• Then, when you taste, try to match the flavors to the themes you heard.

You also get a chance to ask questions during the session. That’s where the experience becomes more useful than a standard “sip and move on” tasting. When you can clarify what botanicals are doing—citrus lift, spice warmth, juniper backbone—you end up tasting with intention instead of just sampling.

The Six-Gin Flight: Singapore Dry Plus Specialty and Limited Releases

The heart of the experience is a guided tasting flight of six Brass Lion gins, each crafted in-house. The structure is perfect for comparison: you can notice how one gin differs from the next when you’re still in the same tasting mindset.

You’ll definitely sample the classic Brass Lion Singapore Dry Gin. From there, the flight includes specialty and limited-edition releases. That mix is a smart choice for a visitor because it gives you both:

1) a dependable anchor (the Singapore Dry), and

2) surprise flavors that show what the distillery can do beyond the baseline.

When you’re tasting, try to think less about whether you like a gin and more about what you’re sensing:

• Is the juniper front and center, or more of a supporting actor?
• Do you get spice or herbal notes that feel dry and crisp?
• Does anything read as sweet, floral, or citrusy?

Your guide will also share expert tips on bringing out each gin’s best traits. Even if you’re not a “tasting notes” person, these prompts help you stop drinking on autopilot and start tasting like you’re paying attention.

How to Taste Smarter: Neat, On the Rocks, and Cocktails

A flight is fun. A flight plus technique is better. Throughout the tasting, your guide explains how to enjoy gin in different formats—neat, on the rocks, or in a cocktail—and why each changes the way the botanicals show up.

This is the practical part I’d actually use later in Singapore (and at home). Here’s the logic in plain terms:

• Neat tends to highlight the gin’s core aroma and structure.
• On the rocks can soften sharp edges and make certain notes feel more integrated.
• In cocktails, gin has to play well with mixers and other flavors, so the balance matters more than raw intensity.

If you’ve ever tasted gin and thought, this is nice but also confusing, you’ll probably find the guidance helpful. The guide’s job is to turn your senses into a tool. And since you can ask questions during the flight, you can get your specific doubts answered rather than relying on generic advice.

Also, since you’re sampling six different gins in one go, your palate learns quickly. The second half of the flight feels like an applied lesson: you’ll start predicting what kind of flavor is coming next based on what you just tasted.

The Complimentary G&T: Turning Picks Into a Personal Favorite

After the flight, you get your complimentary Gin & Tonic, and the best part is simple: you choose your favorite gin from what you sampled.

That small detail changes the experience. Instead of ending with a random drink, you finish with something personalized. If you’re debating between styles—dry versus more aromatic, spice-heavy versus citrus-forward—you’ll get a chance to settle that debate with the G&T format.

For me, this is where the tasting becomes real-world. Gin is, after all, something you drink. Your last step lets you taste the same spirit in a classic serving style, with tonic adding bitterness and bubbles that shift the overall flavor profile.

After the Session: Keep the Evening Going in the Tasting Room

Once your tasting ends, you can stay in the tasting room and continue the evening with more food and drinks until closing time. That’s a great feature if you want a longer night without committing to another venue immediately.

Just keep expectations practical. The complimentary G&T is included, but additional food and drinks are not listed as part of the ticket. So think of the tasting room as a comfortable landing zone where you can extend the experience—rather than a free all-you-can-eat situation.

This is also a good window for slowing down and comparing notes. You’ll remember the six pours, but your favorites might shift once you settle in, have a moment to talk, and take your time.

Price and Value: Is $59 Worth It?

At $59 per person, you’re paying for a guided experience that includes:

• guided tasting of six in-house gins
• an introduction to Brass Lion Distillery
• one complimentary G&T of your choice

That’s solid value for a tasting-focused activity because you’re not just buying a drink. You’re buying time with a guide, plus a structured tasting set where the whole point is comparison. If you usually order gin and tonic bars in Singapore, six gins plus a guided format can start to feel like better math than random drinks sprinkled across an evening.

What makes the pricing feel fair is the balance of learning and payoff. You don’t just taste; you get tips on enjoying gin in different ways, and you end with a drink you picked.

The one “value wobble” is time. The experience is short and non-refundable, so it’s best when your schedule is already flexible enough to commit. If you’re planning a tight itinerary with no slack, double-check the session timing so you can make it without rushing.

Timing You Can Plan Around: Tuesday vs Weekend Hours

The duration note says 40 minutes on Tuesday. On the weekend, you’ll see broader operating windows listed:

• Saturday: 2 pm to 11.30 pm
• Sunday: 1 pm to 7 pm

Because the session length beyond Tuesday isn’t spelled out here, I’d plan with the assumption that you’ll be in and out within a short tasting block—then you can stay longer in the tasting room if you want.

This matters for your day plan. If you like to schedule tasting activities like mini “anchors” in your itinerary, this works well. Fit it between other Singapore sights or dining plans, but leave enough buffer so you’re not sprinting across the city after your final sip.

Who Should Book This Gin Tasting

This is a great fit if you:

• want a guided, structured way to learn gin beyond the basics
• enjoy comparing flavors and figuring out what you like
• like tasting rooms with a calm pace, not a loud party vibe
• want a practical takeaway—how to enjoy gin neat, on rocks, or in cocktails

It’s also ideal as a “small-group education night out” if you’re traveling with friends who have different preferences. The flight format helps you share the same experience while noticing your own favorites.

If you’re the kind of drinker who only cares about one signature gin and never wants to taste anything else, this might feel like too many sips in one go. But if you’re curious, that’s the point.

Should You Book the Brass Lion Guided Gin Tasting?

Yes—if you want a short, guided tasting that ends with a drink you actually choose. The standout strengths are the smooth, friendly staff energy and the way the guide turns the flight into something you can use later, not just something you finish and forget. The venue also sounds like it’s designed for comfort, so you’re not fighting for space while trying to smell aromas.

If you’re very sensitive to schedule changes, remember the experience is non-refundable and date changes aren’t handled like a flexible reschedule. But for anyone who can commit to the time you pick, it’s a smart $59 outing: educational enough to matter, structured enough to compare, and relaxing enough to feel like a genuine night out.

FAQ

How long is the tasting experience?

The session duration is listed as 40 minutes on Tuesday. Other days list operating hours, so your tasting time may follow those session schedules.

Where do I redeem my ticket?

Go directly to the ticketing counter at Brass Lion Distillery for redemption.

What’s included in the ticket?

You get a guided tasting of six Brass Lion gins, a gin and tonic of your choice, and an introduction to Brass Lion Distillery.

Is the tour guided, and what language is it in?

Yes, there is a live tour guide, and it’s conducted in English.

What days and times are available?

Saturday runs 2 pm to 11.30 pm, and Sunday runs 1 pm to 7 pm. Tuesday is specifically noted as a 40-minute duration.

Can I transfer my session to someone else or change the date?

You can transfer the session to a different guest, but you can’t change it to an alternative date. If you’re absent, you’ll need to arrange a replacement. The activity is non-refundable.

What happens if there aren’t enough participants?

If the minimum participant requirement isn’t met, they’ll coordinate with you to reschedule your session or provide a full refund.