Over the past year, ESG has quietly moved from ambition to action in customer experience. The real progress didn’t come from sweeping promises, but from everyday moments where responsibility showed up in simple, meaningful ways.
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For decades, the traditional “happy hour” meant one thing: gathering with friends or coworkers at a familiar bar, surrounded by clinking glasses and background noise. But the way people connect over drinks is changing. Increasingly, the modern social scene is unfolding somewhere quieter, more intentional, and far more experiential: at wineries, breweries, cideries, and distilleries.
These spaces have evolved from niche destinations into cultural hubs, places where people go not just to have a drink, but to have an experience. Across the globe, the craft beverage industry is flourishing, fueled by a shared desire for authenticity, storytelling, and community.
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and CX (Customer Experience) are no longer separate strategies. In 2026, they will intersect to shape how brands earn trust, loyalty, and long-term growth. Customers increasingly expect that their experiences reflect ethical practices, transparent operations, and measurable sustainability.
Below are six key questions that reveal how ESG and CX will evolve together in the coming year.
Customers today are more skeptical than ever. They want to support brands that align with their values—but they also want proof. In the age of heightened ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) awareness, simply talking about sustainability or ethical practices isn’t enough. To build lasting trust and elevate customer experience, brands must communicate ESG initiatives with clarity, transparency, and authenticity.
Customers today aren’t just buying products—they’re buying into values. A recent study revealed that 75% of consumers worldwide expect brands to contribute to their well-being and quality of life.
This means ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) isn’t just a corporate checklist—it’s a powerful driver of customer experience (CX). At BARE International, we see firsthand how ESG-forward brands build deeper trust and loyalty.
‘Besides COVID-19, climate change is one of the biggest challenges we’re facing this decade, but the good news is there is ample opportunity for innovation. Some companies have caught on, proving that some segments of the economy are actually thriving under the circumstances.’ BARE shares an article by Claudia Alarcon for Forbes on sustainable and plant-based online grocery stores.