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Cocktail Bars Embrace Radical Sustainability to Cut Waste

other · 2026-08-13

Bars around the globe are increasingly embracing sustainable practices, as noted in the Europe’s 50 Best Bars list published on 1 July 2026. In Oslo, Himkok prioritizes local sourcing, renewable energy, and efficient water usage. Madrid's Angelita utilizes local produce and implements a 'no ice' system, conserving 45,000kg of water each year. Fura, a plant-based bar in Singapore established by Christina Rasmussen and Sasha Wijidessa, incorporates garden-sourced ingredients and features a Jellyfish Martini. Co-founded by Hyacinthe Lescoêt, Paris's Cambridge Public House operates as a B Corp with a menu that highlights seasonal, local ingredients. De Vie promotes a 'farm to glass' philosophy, while Zest in Seoul and Reka:Bar in Kuala Lumpur focus on waste repurposing and reduced electricity consumption, fostering both creativity and sustainability.

Key facts

  • Europe's 50 Best Bars inaugural list released on 1 July 2026
  • Himkok in Oslo sources locally, uses renewable energy, and reduces water use
  • Angelita in Madrid has a 'no ice' system saving 45,000kg of water per year
  • Fura in Singapore is plant-based, uses ingredients from their own garden, and offers Jellyfish Martini
  • Cambridge Public House in Paris is a B Corp, shares ESG reports, and audits emissions
  • De Vie in Paris uses a 'farm to glass' approach with no ice, prebatching drinks
  • Zest in Seoul has won awards for sustainable approach
  • Reka:Bar in Kuala Lumpur uses 'Domino Effect' menu to minimise waste

Entities

Artists

  • Christina Rasmussen
  • Sasha Wijidessa
  • Hyacinthe Lescoêt
  • Barney O'Kane
  • Nick Choo

Institutions

  • Himkok
  • Angelita
  • Fura
  • Cambridge Public House
  • De Vie
  • Zest
  • Reka:Bar
  • A Little Farm on the Hill
  • Europe's 50 Best Bars
  • World's 50 Best Bars
  • Noma

Locations

  • Oslo
  • Norway
  • Madrid
  • Spain
  • Singapore
  • Paris
  • France
  • Seoul
  • South Korea
  • Kuala Lumpur
  • Malaysia
  • Montorgueil
  • Marais

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