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Kris Comstock

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President at BLACKSTAR
📍 Lexington, Kentucky, United States

Kris Comstock is a seasoned commercial leader in the spirits industry, currently serving as President of BLACKSTAR. With nearly two decades at Sazerac, he was instrumental in building Buffalo Trace into a powerhouse. He leverages his expertise in brand storytelling and strategic planning to grow world-class premium brands. He earned a BBA from the University of Kentucky.

Described as a "people person" and "whiskey enthusiast, " Kris has a passion for telling brand stories that excite consumers. He has built a strong network of industry relationships and is known for his collaborative leadership style. Colleagues have expressed the utmost respect for his ability to build brands.

He is a proven trailblazer, credited with resurrecting historical trademarks and consistently delivering double-digit growth for Sazeracs premium whiskey portfolio.

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Experience
4 Years
Current Role
President
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
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Craft Distillery Growth
His new ventures, BLACKSTAR and Stockwell Reserve, focus on incubating and providing craft distilleries with expertise for nationwide growth and distribution.
Premium Whiskey Brands
Spent nearly two decades building Sazerac's premium whiskey portfolio, including Buffalo Trace, and continues to focus on growing premium spirits.
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Career

Work history

5-2025
President
BLACKSTAR
1-2025
Founder
Fincastle
6-2021 - 12-2024
Chief Executive Officer
Stockwell Reserve
1-2021
Vice President of Marketing, Premium Whiskey
Sazerac Company
Senior Marketing Director, Premium Whiskey
Sazerac Company
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Education
1994 - 1998
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA
University of Kentucky
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