Exclusive to Grand Reserve Members
Priority Access gives you an opportunity to add rare gems to your collection!
HOW IT WORKS
What is Priority Access?
Throughout the year, we get ahold of highly sought-after, collectible items. Grand Reserve Members, in select states, can sign up online for an opportunity to be randomly selected to buy one of these rare bottles. To check your Rewards status and verify your eligibility to participate, Sign In or Sign Up.
SIGN UP!
Events take place four times a year. Check back here or keep an eye on your email for your next chance to sign-up.
KEEP COLLECTING POINTS
Get one entry for every point collected. The more points you collect, the more likely you are to be selected.
BUILD YOUR COLLECTION
Build your collection with the most prestigious brands and sought-after bottles every connoisseur covets.
Have questions?
See FAQA Few of Our Rare Gems
These highly-allocated bottles are just some of what you could have the opportunity* to take home.
*Not all bottles available in all participating locations or featured in each event
Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon
Introduced in 1984 and one of the first specialty Bourbons. A deep, satisfying nose of nutmeg and spices. Powerful dry vanilla notes in harmony with hints of honey amid strong caramel and corn. A medium finish composed of returning corn and nutmeg flavors.
Aging
6-8 years
Origin
Kentucky, USA
Tasting Notes
Vanilla, Honey, Caramel
Rating
Wine Enthusiast - 95
Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon
A blend of four hand-selected bourbons aged at least 12 years. This whiskey has a smooth, buttery mouth feel with a pleasant warmth that lingers but does not overtake the bright flavors that follow – oaky with a strong cinnamon note.
Aging
12+ years
Origin
Kentucky, USA
Tasting Notes
Oak, Caramel, Vanilla
Rating
Whisky Advocate - 96
George T. Stagg Bourbon
This extremely hearty whiskey ages in new charred oak barrels for no less than 15 years. Straight out of the barrel, uncut and unfiltered, the taste is powerful, flavorful and intense. Lush toffee sweetness and dark chocolate with hints of vanilla, fudge, nougat and molasses.
Aging
15+ years
Origin
Kentucky, USA
Tasting Notes
Toffee, Dates, Berry
Rating
Whisky Advocate - 96
Old Forester Birthday
The Birthday Bourbon hails from one day's production on a particular year and honors Old Forester founder George Garvin Brown. Displays ample high rye in the mashbill, with a spicy kick and floral notes. Caramel and brittle toffee lead as the tropical character blooms into banana, mango, coconut flakes and macadamia nut.
Aging
10+ years
Origin
Kentucky, USA
Tasting Notes
Caramel, Tropical Fruit, Spices
Rating
Ultimate Spirits Challenge - 96
Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year Bourbon**
Expressly produced according to the exclusive Van Winkle family wheated-recipe and specially selected from barrels in the heart of the aging warehouses. An elegant and sweet aroma with caramel corn and vanilla. Features big flavor of leather, oak and complex fruitiness. Finishes smooth with notes of spice and oak tannins.
Aging
15 years
Origin
Kentucky, USA
Tasting Notes
Fruit, Spices, Leather
Rating
Whisky Advocate - 96
**Sign up for the Annual Pappy Van Winkle & Buffalo Trace Antique Collection occurs every October
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Are you a Bourbon and Whiskey connoisseur? Sign up now for your opportunity to be selected to shop among an exclusive collection of fine and rare items, including:
- Blanton's Gold Bourbon
- Old Forester Birthday Bourbon
- WL Weller C.Y.P.B. Bourbon
- … and more!
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Spring Priority Access to Rare Whiskey
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Past Events
CLOSED
4/02/2024
2024 Spring Priority Access
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12/31/2023
2023 Rare Whiskey Priority Access
CLOSED
9/20/2023
2023 Fall Priority Access
FAQ
Have a question about Priority Access? Find your answers here.
Where can I find Pappy Van Winkle?
Pappy Van Winkle items are only available once a year during our Annual Priority Access to Pappy Van Winkle & Buffalo Trace Antique Collection event. Sign up for the annual event will take place in November and December each year.
How will I know if I am eligible to participate in Priority Access?
The Priority Access benefit is exclusive to Grand Reserve Members in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, South Carolina, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin. Your preferred store must be set to these states to participate. Not a member? Join Our Loyalty Program.
What items are available for purchase through Priority Access?
Not all items are available in all participating locations or featured in each event. While completing the online sign-up for each event, the items available at your selected purchase store will be displayed.
Do all stores participate in Priority Access?
We’ve consolidated our limited supplies of these items to central store locations. If randomly selected, your designated bottle must be purchased in person at the store selected during the sign-up process. Store transfers, shipping/delivery, and buy online pick up in-store or curbside is not available.
Am I guaranteed a bottle if I sign up?
We wish we could say yes, but we do not have enough for all participating Grand Reserve Members as quantities are extremely limited.
Why am I limited to one bottle?
We want to extend this opportunity to as many Grand Reserve Members as possible; therefore, participants are limited to purchase one bottle only.