Michelin confirms the Green Star stays — sustainability isn’t optional

🌱 The story

Michelin has publicly confirmed that its Green Star designation will remain part of the 2026 UK Guide, quashing online rumours that the award could be dropped. The Green Star celebrates restaurants showing “exceptional environmental awareness” and responsible sourcing.

🧩 Why it matters for the drinks and hospitality trade

The message from Michelin is clear: sustainability isn’t a passing badge - it’s becoming a base expectation across every price point and sector.

💡 Takeaways

• Provenance sells: Highlight your ingredient origins, local producers and supply-chain ethics.

• Waste = reputation: Track and publicise waste-reduction goals - it’s PR gold.

• Suppliers, step up: Drinks brands should prepare sustainability statements for buyers and distributors.

🔍 Drink Edition insight

From cocktails using surplus fruit to bars switching to refillable syrup and spirit systems, sustainability innovation is fast becoming the defining creative challenge in hospitality. Operators who ignore it risk being left off not just the Michelin list - but the consumer’s list too.