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Sazerac Offers $15 Billion for Brown-Forman Amid Industry Consolidation

4/18/2026

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Sazerac offered $15 billion in cash to acquire Brown-Forman, valuing the company at $32 per share with a 39% premium.
Brown-Forman is also in talks with Pernod Ricard on a potential share-swap that could let the Brown family retain some control.
The merger discussions come as U.S. alcohol consumption trends decline, fueling industry consolidation.
Any deal could significantly affect Louisville's spirits market.

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Sazerac offered $15 billion in cash to acquire Brown-Forman, valuing the company at $32 per share with a 39% premium.
Brown-Forman is also in talks with Pernod Ricard on a potential share-swap that could let the Brown family retain some control.
The merger discussions come as U.S. alcohol consumption trends decline, fueling industry consolidation.
Any deal could significantly affect Louisville's spirits market.