BUZZ — Berentzen shares leap on acquisition by Sazerac

* German schnapps maker Berentzen shares rise 22%, after US spirits maker Sazerac launched a takeover offer for the company * Sazerac launched a takeover offer for €5.55 a share, valuing the company at around €52.1 million ($59.78 million) * Sazerac's offer represents a 22.5% premium compared to Berentzen's share price on Friday at market close * Berentzen's stock hit its highest level since May 2024 ($1 = 0.8715 euros) (Reporting by Tristan Veyet) ((mailto:Tristan.veyet@thomsonreuters.com)