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The letter added that Sazerac “stands ready to improve the terms of our offer” if Brown-Forman’s board engages on the matter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
Since submitting its proposal Sazerac has tried to engage with Brown-Forman’s board but has yet to have substantive discussions, the letter said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
BuzzBallz was founded by teacher Merrilee Kick, but was bought by the Sazerac Company, whose CEO is Jake Wenz, in 2024.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
Sazerac, a rival spirits maker based in Louisville, Ky., offered a $15 billion buyout deal, but Brown-Forman rejected that bid in May, The Wall Street Journal reported.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 4, 2026
Louisville-based Sazerac, which produces Buffalo Trace and other whiskey brands, has also expressed interest in a deal with Brown-Forman.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 17, 2026
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