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Hugo Spritz
A refreshing Northern Italian aperitivo spritz with elderflower liqueur, Prosecco, soda water, fresh mint, and lime — floral, lightly sweet, and endlessly summery.
- Time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Wine glass
Ingredients
- ProseccoProseccoProsecco is a sparkling white wine from Italy, primarily made from the Glera grape, known for its light, fruity, and floral flavors. It is commonly used as a base for cocktails like the Bellini and Spritz.90 ml
- Elderflower liqueur (e.g. St-Germain)Elderflower liqueur (e.g. St-Germain)Elderflower liqueur is a sweet, floral liqueur made from elderflower blossoms, originating from Europe. It is commonly used in cocktails to add a light, floral sweetness.30 ml
- Soda waterSoda waterSoda water is carbonated water that may contain added minerals for flavor. It is commonly used as a mixer in cocktails to add effervescence and dilute stronger spirits.30 ml
- Lime wedgeLime wedgeA lime wedge is a fresh citrus fruit cut into a triangular piece, known for its tart and zesty flavor. It is commonly used as a garnish or to add acidity to cocktails like Margaritas and Mojitos.1 wedge
- Fresh mint sprigFresh mint sprigFresh mint sprig is a fragrant herb commonly used in cocktails, known for its refreshing and cooling flavor. It is often used as a garnish or muddled in drinks like the Mojito.2 sprigs
Gear
Method
- 1
Fill a large wine glass generously with ice cubes.
- 2
Add the elderflower liqueur (St-Germain) and soda watersoda waterSoda water is carbonated water that may contain added minerals for flavor. It is commonly used as a mixer in cocktails to add effervescence and dilute stronger spirits..
- 3
Top slowly with chilled ProseccoProseccoProsecco is a sparkling white wine from Italy, primarily made from the Glera grape, known for its light, fruity, and floral flavors. It is commonly used as a base for cocktails like the Bellini and Spritz. to preserve the bubbles.
- 4
Squeeze the lime wedgelime wedgeA lime wedge is a fresh citrus fruit cut into a triangular piece, known for its tart and zesty flavor. It is commonly used as a garnish or to add acidity to cocktails like Margaritas and Mojitos. over the glass and drop it in.
- 5
Add a fresh mint sprigfresh mint sprigFresh mint sprig is a fragrant herb commonly used in cocktails, known for its refreshing and cooling flavor. It is often used as a garnish or muddled in drinks like the Mojito., gently pressing the leaves against the glass to release their aroma, and serve immediately.
