# Sazerac acquisition of Berentzen Group

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sazerac-acquisition-of-berentzen-group
> Updated: 2026-09-21T06:13:55.000Z. Sources: 28. Developments: 2.

The German beverage manufacturer Berentzen, which has recently faced economic challenges including a significant drop in operating profit, entered into takeover negotiations with the US-based Sazerac Company.

Following these talks, Sazerac entered into a business combination agreement to acquire the Berentzen Group in a deal valued at approximately 53.3 million euros. Sazerac intends to launch a voluntary public cash takeover offer at 5.55 EUR per share, representing a premium of approximately 68% over Berentzen’s recent average share price. 

The acquisition, which is subject to a minimum acceptance threshold of 50% plus one share, is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026. Upon completion, Sazerac plans to pursue the delisting of Berentzen Group shares. Both boards of Berentzen Group have expressed support for the deal, noting that Sazerac’s global position will drive growth and internationalization. Executive Board members Oliver Schwegmann and Ralf Brühöfner stated that the merger offers an “outstanding opportunity” to leverage Sazerac’s capital for innovation, sales, and international expansion.

The transaction remains subject to regulatory review by BaFin. Sazerac intends to utilize the Berentzen Group as a platform to expand its European presence, with specific plans to invest in existing locations and distribute Sazerac brands through the German team.

## Claims

- Sazerac intends to launch a voluntary cash takeover offer for Berentzen Group at 5.55 EUR per share. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The offer price represents an approximately 68% premium over Berentzen Group’s three-month volume-weighted average share price prior to September 16, 2026. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Berentzen Group and Sazerac have entered into a business combination agreement. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The takeover offer is subject to a minimum acceptance threshold of 50% plus one share. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Sazerac intends to pursue the delisting of Berentzen Group shares following a successful takeover. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Executive and Supervisory Boards of Berentzen Group support the planned business combination. (single source)
- The total value of the takeover offer is approximately 53.3 million euros. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-21: Sazerac to acquire German Berentzen Group for 5.55 euros per share

US spirits company Sazerac has agreed to acquire Germany’s Berentzen Group for 5.55 euros per share, a 68% premium, aiming to expand its European presence and internationalize Berentzen’s brands.

22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sazerac-to-acquire-berentzen-group-in-533-million-euro-deal

### 2026-09-17: Berentzen in takeover talks with US spirits giant Sazerac

German beverage maker Berentzen is negotiating a takeover by US spirits giant Sazerac following a significant decline in profits and revenue.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/berentzen-in-takeover-talks-with-us-spirits-giant-sazerac

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