Our Hugo Spritz recipe brings a refreshing twist to your spring! The blend of Prosecco, elderflower liqueur, and fresh mint makes it an absolute delight.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
1 minute
Servings:
1
Calories:
145
Ingredients
- 1 oz Saint Germain Elderflower Liqueur
- 3 oz Prosecco
- 1 oz soda water - to top
- 8-10 fresh mint leaves
- Mint sprigs and lime wedge - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Wine Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Bar spoon or long stirrer
Instructions
- Prep Glass with Mint: Take the mint leaves and smack them 1-2 times between your hands. Drop them into the glass.
- Add Ice: Now, fill the glass with a generous amount of ice cubes.
- Add Elderflower Liqueur: Pour 1 oz Saint Germain Elderflower Liqueur over the ice. Give it a quick stir.
- Add Prosecco: Pour approx. 3 oz Prosecco over the ice (until the glass is ¾ full).
- Add Soda Water: Add 1 oz soda water to the mix.
- Stir Gently: Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and mint sprigs: smack a few mint sprigs between your hands and gently place it on top of the drink. Add a straw if you want and serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Elderflower Liqueur: You can use any brand of elderflower liqueur to make this cocktail. If you can't find elderflower liqueur at all, you can use elderflower syrup as a substitute (you may have to adjust the quantities to get the right balance of sweetness and elderflower flavor).
- Prosecco: Any sparkling wine will do if you don't have Prosecco on hand. I've used Cava and Champagne before, and both work well.
- Soda Water: Club soda or any unflavored sparkling mineral water works for this recipe. can replace soda in a pinch.
Making a Pitcher of Hugo Spritz:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 8 oz of Saint Germain, 24 oz of Prosecco, approximately 8 ounces of soda water, and more or less 80 fresh mint leaves (4 handfuls).
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Saint Germain elderflower liqueur and mint leaves. Before dropping them into the pitcher, make sure to smack them between your hands to release their flavor. Let it rest for about 10 minutes for the flavors to infuse.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into individual ice-filled wine glasses and top up with prosecco and a splash of soda water. Stir gently to combine and garnish with a mint sprig. Serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Elderflower Liqueur Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic elderflower syrup; these are available and do a reasonable job mimicking the floral notes of elderflower liqueur.
- Prosecco Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic sparkling wine.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
The Hugo Spritz cocktail is naturally vegan as it doesn't contain any animal products. Most liqueurs, including Saint Germain, are vegan-friendly. However, some Prosecco brands may use animal products in their production process. Always check the brand's website or contact them directly to ensure their products are vegan.What is a Hugo Spritz?
A Hugo Spritz is a Prosecco-based cocktail made of elderflower liqueur, prosecco, soda water, and fresh mint leaves. This light and refreshing drink originated from Italy’s South Tyrol region.
The process of making a Hugo Spritz is relatively easy. However, finding high-quality elderflower liqueur syrup such as Saint Germain might be challenging depending on your location, which could add some complexity to its preparation.
What is a Hugo Spritz made of – The ingredients
To whip up a Hugo Spritz, ensure you have these ingredients:
- Prosecco: This Italian sparkling wine adds the fizz to your Hugo Spritz. It’s light, bubbly, and brings a touch of sweetness.
- Elderflower Liqueur: The sweet, floral notes of this liqueur give the Hugo Spritz its distinctive flavor. It’s a key ingredient that sets this cocktail apart from others.
- Mint Leaves: Fresh mint leaves add a refreshing twist to the drink. They provide a cool aftertaste that balances out the sweetness of the other ingredients.
- Lime Wedge: Used as a garnish, the lime wedge can be squeezed into the Hugo Spritz for a tangy kick. It cuts through the sweetness and adds complexity to the flavor profile.
- Soda Water: This is used to top up your glass and dilute the strong flavors. It also adds extra fizz to make your Hugo Spritz even more refreshing.
- Mint Sprigs: Used as a garnish, they bring a fresh, minty smell to your drink and make it even more visually appealing.
