Leaders from across the drinks industry were at the OXO2 on London’s South Bank last night as businesses came together to recognise the work the industry has done to make a positive impact to sustainability in the On Trade drinks sector.
You can see images from the dinner HERE
Organisations large and small enter the Drinks Sustainability Awards on an equal footing – and apart from being stakeholders in this industry, the key thing they have in common is a desire to do the right thing when it comes to the sustainability of the environment in which they operate.
The UK drinks industry has risen to this challenge, and last night guests heard of the innovative means by which businesses of all sizes are leading the way in sustainable operations.
The Drinks Sustainability Awards pitches up and coming businesses alongside established global giants of the drinks industry and this year saw winners ranging from Nc’Nean Distillery and Sustainable Wine Solutions Company to All Bar One and Asahi with a very strong showing from the young innovative organisations!
Now in its seventh year, this annual industry awards, brought to you by Footprint and C&C Group plc, is the barometer for sustainability and responsible business practice for the drinks industry. The awards are open to drinks businesses, suppliers and stakeholders of all sizes operating in the hospitality and out of home arena.
The 2025 Winners and Highly Commended in their chosen categories are as follows:
The Sustainable Use of Water Award 2025
Sponsored by Heineken UK
Winner: Nc’Nean Distillery
Highly Commended: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
The Energy Efficiency Award 2025
Sponsored by Reconomy Connect
Winner: Asahi UK
The Sustainable Use of Raw Materials Award 2025
Sponsored by Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
Winner: Nc’Nean Distillery
Highly Commended: Hogs Back Brewery
The Innovations in Packaging Award 2025
Sponsored by Valpak
Winner: Sustainable Wine Solutions
Highly Commended: Marstons PLC
The Waste Prevention & Management Award 2025
Sponsored by Avani Solutions – Waste Watch
Winner: Marstons PLC
Highly Commended: Grupo Avinea
The Social Impact Award 2025
Sponsored by Nestlé Professional
Winner: Nemi Teas
Highly Commended: Heineken UK
The Stakeholder Engagement Award 2025
Sponsored by All Bar One
Winner: Greene King
Highly Commended: Avani Solutions
The C&C Group On-Trade Operator of the Year Award 2025
Sponsored by C&C Group PLC
Winner: All Bar One
Highly Commended: Bow Bar at Hilton London Metropol
The C&C Group On-Trade Supplier of the Year Award 2025
Sponsored by C&C Group PLC
Winner: Pubinno
Highly Commended: EcoPure Waters
The Special Achievement Award 2025
Winner: Hugh Anderson of Downton Distillery
Highly Commended: Nick Hargrave of EcoPure Waters
Thanks to all Drinks Sustainability Awards sponsors and partners. Without this support these Awards would not be possible: C&C Group, Avani Solutions, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, Heineken UK, Nestlé Professional, Reconomy Connect and Valpak.
Thanks also to our panel of judges: Tim Etherington-Judge, Dave Gudgeon, Stephanie Jordan, Andy Kershaw, Gillian Murray, Neil Pendle and Emmaline Rogers.
