For Bars & Restaurants
Host brand-sponsored sampling events that delight guests and earn your team $1K–$2K per event — with zero cost to you.
Benefits
- No cost to your venue
- No extra staff required
- No disruption to normal service
Takes under 2 min.
Get priority access to paid programs in your area. Trusted by 500+ hospitality venues nationwide, and growing.
May 17th Tito’s Event Payout
Paid Total Earnings: $2,032.00
- Tito’s Moscow Mule: 100 units @ $16 = $1,528.35
- Staff Gratuity: 20% = $320
- Tax: Miami, FL = $110
See gratisIQ in Action! We automate every step — from guests redeeming samples to your venue getting paid.
- POS-verified sampling
- Automatic payouts
- Real-time analytics
GratisIQ Dashboard
Plan, launch, and measure compliant sampling programs at scale.
TAKES UNDER 2 MIN
Steps to Get Started
- Accept offers in one click: The POS extension handles the rest. Samples log in real time, payouts route automatically.
- Get ready effortlessly: Automatic reminders for menu setup, inventory, signage, and best practices.
- Track revenue instantly: See real earnings and program performance as it happens on your dashboard.
- See what guests loved: Identify top-performing products driving repeat visits and marketing opt-ins.
Why GratisIQ
Why leading venues choose GratisIQ
- Zero cost: New revenue stream, earn from every verified sample with zero upfront cost or operational burden.
- Automated: Effortless operations, no manual tracking. POS integration handles verification and reporting.
- Foot traffic: Drive new guests, brand-sponsored events bring new customers through your doors.
- Real-time: Track earnings, guest engagement, and campaign performance in real time.
- Flexible: Choose your campaigns, accept only the campaigns that match your venue and audience.
- Rewarding: Boost team morale with tips from sampling events.
Revenue Example
Most sampling events last ~2 hours and serve 50 samples. Brands cover product cost, tax and gratuity. Monthly Potential: $1,920 – $3,840 based on 2-4 events per month.
Testimonials
Trusted by 500+ hospitality venues nationwide and growing
RC Ryan Callahan
Owner, The Corner Tap
"Our servers love it because tips are automatically included, and guests love it because there's no friction. It's a win-win-win. We're seeing $1,500–$2,000 per brand event with zero overhead."
AM Andrew Mendez
General Manager, Atomic Liquors — Las Vegas, NV
"This is the smartest sampling solution I've seen in my 15 years in the industry. It's seamless for staff, and guests. It is effortless for brands."
SG Sampling Event Guest
Consumer — Denver, CO
"I tried a mezcal I'd never heard of, answered a quick survey afterward, and ended up using a discount to buy a bottle at a nearby store. It was really easy — and I've got a new go-to mezcal now."
Frequently asked questions
- How do sampling events work at my venue?
Brands fund the sampling. Your existing staff serves samples during regular service, and each sample is logged in real time through your POS. - Do I need extra staff for brand ambassadors?
No. Your existing staff hands out samples as part of normal service. - How do I get paid?
You're paid automatically at the end of each event based on the number of verified samples served. - What setup is required before an event?
A short, self-serve checklist must be completed in the GratisIQ Dashboard before each event. - Can I choose which brands and events I participate in?
Yes. You control your sampling preferences in the GratisIQ Dashboard.
Ready to start earning from brand-sponsored events?
Join free in under two minutes — connect through your POS for automatic payments and staff tips.
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Questions before getting started? Contact us or email hello@gratisiq.com