The Sazerac Company
USA
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The distillery in brief
The Sazerac Company is a privately held American spirits company headquartered in Metairie, Louisiana. It is one of the largest distillers and distributors of alcoholic beverages in the United States. The company owns a wide portfolio of distilleries and brands, including the renowned Buffalo Trace Distillery and Barton 1792 Distillery.
Timeline
- 1949 The Goldring family acquired The Sazerac Company, beginning its expansion as a significant player in the spirits industry.
- 1992 The company acquired the George T. Stagg Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, which was later renamed Buffalo Trace Distillery.
- 2016 The company acquired the Southern Comfort and Tuaca brands from Brown-Forman, strengthening its position in the liqueur market.
