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hugo spritz recipe

Hugo Spritz Recipe

This hugo spritz recipe is a refreshing, lightly floral cocktail made with elderflower, Prosecco, and fresh mint. Perfect for warm weather, garden parties, or just sipping on the patio, it’s crisp, fizzy, and beautifully simple to make.
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: European Summer, Italian
Keyword: easy summer cocktail, hugo spritz recipe, italian aperitif, mint cocktail, prosecco cocktail, refreshing drinks, summer spritz drink
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Chill Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Servings: 1 large wine glass
Calories: 120kcal
Cost: $2.80

Equipment

  • 1 Large wine glass To build and serve the drink
  • 1 Wooden spoon or muddler For gently smashing the mint
  • 1 Jigger or small measuring cup To measure liquids accurately

Ingredients

  • 3 oz Prosecco any decent Italian one works, don't blow your budget
  • 1 oz Elderflower syrup St-Germain is worth the extra cost
  • 2 oz Sparkling water plain soda water is fine
  • 6 leaves Fresh mint plus extra for garnish if you want it Instagram-worthy
  • 1 wedge Lime plus optional lime wheel for fancier look
  • 1 Lots Ice cubes just fill the glass fully
  • Optional Sparkling water brands some taste better than others
  • Optional Elderflower cordial if you can't find St-Germain

Instructions

  • Fill a big wine glass with lots of ice.
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Throw in the mint leaves and give them a gentle smush with a wooden spoon or whatever you have. Don't go crazy or everything turns green and bitter.

  • Pour the elderflower syrup first so it mixes properly.
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Add the Prosecco slowly to keep the bubbles alive. Top with sparkling water for extra fizz. One gentle stir, then stop messing with it.

  • Squeeze the lime wedge and drop it in the glass.
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Stick a fresh mint sprig on top if you want it looking fancy. Skip elaborate fruit arrangements nobody wants to drink around.

  • Should taste floral and bubbly without being too sweet or flat.
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If it tastes like syrup, you used too much elderflower. If it's boring, you probably forgot the mint.

    Notes

    This hugo spritz is light, fresh, and super easy to make. The bubbles, mint, and elderflower mix perfectly for a tasty, refreshing drink. Just keep it cold and enjoy it’s a simple crowd-pleaser for any sunny day.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1large wine glass | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 60mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.1mg