Chris Cook

Chris wants to live in a world where spirits and cocktails distilled and crafted in Maryland harken back to a time before prohibition; where choices were plenty and uniformity was frowned upon—and dogs were welcome at work.

Chris brings twenty years of project and people management experience to the Blackwater Distilling team and a decade of expertise related to state and federal statutes ranging from excise tax to formula and label approvals. Active in local political circles, Chris spearheaded statewide legislation in 2012 with the help of local state representatives whose aim was to open the business doors for all Maryland distilleries to onsite tours, tastings, and sales.

Responsible for overall business operations, Chris is committed to making Blackwater Distilling a destination location for all who cross the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.