Cheers to the planet: How the drinks industry is approaching sustainability

Bar Trigona's menu puts the spotlight on five local farms that partner closely with the bar. – Photo: Handout

Sustainability is a word that comes up a lot these days within the drinks community, and across every level of the industry. From top bars and bartenders producing drinks using zero-waste and more sustainable practices, to corporations adopting more environmentally friendly measures in their manufacturing and packaging processes, sustainability is no longer just a buzzword – it’s something everyone is working towards.

Here are some of the initiatives within the industry that have stood out.