Hugo Spritz Recipe (Classic Italian Elderflower Cocktail)

This hugo spritz recipe is a light, bubbly cocktail that combines prosecco, elderflower liqueur, sparkling water, fresh mint, and lime for a drink that tastes like summer in a glass. Whether you’re sipping it poolside, serving it at a bridal shower, or mixing up a mocktail version for a crowd, this refreshing Italian cocktail is bound to be your new favorite aperitivo!

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Beverages/Drinks

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: hugo spritz recipe

Author: Ashley McCrary

Ingredients

Cocktail

3 oz Prosecco chilled
2 oz sparkling water
1 oz elderflower liqueur St-Germain
1/2 oz lime juice
Fresh mint leaves 4–5
Lime wedge or slice

Mocktail

3 oz sparkling water or club soda
2 oz apple or white grape juice
1/2 oz lime juice
1/2 oz elderflower syrup or more to taste
Fresh mint leaves 4–5
Lime wedge or slice

Instructions

Cocktail Instructions

In a wine glass, gently muddle the mint leaves with the lime wedge. Fill the glass with ice cubes. Pour in the elderflower liqueur. Add Prosecco and top with sparkling water. Stir gently to combine. Garnish with extra mint and a lime slice.

Mocktail Instructions

In a wine glass, gently muddle the mint leaves with the lime wedge. Fill the glass with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz white grape juice (or apple juice), 1/2 oz elderflower syrup and 1/2 oz lemon juice. Top with 3 oz sparkling water or club soda. Stir gently, garnish with a lime wedge or slice, and enjoy!

Notes

Chill your prosecco, sparkling water, and even your glasses before mixing: A Hugo Spritz tastes best icy cold and refreshing - nobody wants a lukewarm spritz on a hot day!
Swap the bubbles: Try cava or another sparkling wine in place of prosecco.
Make it big-batch: Combine ingredients in a pitcher for easy entertaining, just add the sparkling water right before serving to keep it fizzy.
Elderflower options: If you can’t find St-Germain, any elderflower liqueur works, or you can use cordial/syrup for a sweeter sip.
Seasonal garnish: Add cucumber slices or fresh berries for a twist.

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