This Hugo Spritz Recipe is the drink of the summer! Make it a mocktail or a cocktail with this easy recipe. It features bubbly prosecco, citrus, club soda, and elderflower. An effervescent cocktail that rivals the classic Aperol spritz. 

What is a Hugo Spritz?

The Hugo Spritz is a classic Italian cocktail that hails from South Tyrol in Northern Italy along the Austrian Border. Unlike the widely popular Aperol Spritz, which is a more bitter liqueur, the Hugo Spritz uses elderflower liqueur which gives the delicious cocktail more aromatic and floral notes. Both Italian spritzes are wonderful, but I’m definitely leaning into my Hugo Spritz era this summer. 

This bubbly, crisp drink is perfect for a refreshing sip and can be enjoyed both as a cocktail and a mocktail. 

Why You’ll Love This Hugo Spritz Recipe

I created this Hugo Spritz recipe as a non-alcoholic summer drink to enjoy during super hot days (and nights!). I love this so much more than an Aperol spritz– It’s lighter, more citrusy, and fresh. It doesn’t have any of the bitterness of Aperol and is so smooth and refreshing. The perfect mocktail for these sweaty months!

The traditional version of the Hugo Spritz is a cocktail made with regular prosecco and elderflower liqueur, and I’ve included those ingredients and instructions as an option if you drink alcohol. However, my mocktail version is just as good if you’re abstaining or living that sober life. Whether you make the non-alcoholic or regular version, you are going to love this drink! 

It has super simple steps and is the most refreshing cocktail (mocktail) for a hot day. Yay!

Ingredient Notes

Non-Alcoholic Mocktail

• ice cubes
• elderflower syrup: Make sure you use a brand that is non-alcoholic if making a mocktail version. This adds a lovely floral flavor to the spritz.
• non-alcoholic spirit: I used a gin alternative by Optimist Drinks.
• non-alcoholic prosecco: Or dry sparkling white wine. I used Noughty brand. 
• club soda or sparkling water
• fresh mint leaves
• garnish: Slices of lime, lemon slices, fresh mint sprigs. 

Cocktail

• ice cubes
• elderflower liqueur: Popular brands of elderflower liqueur include St. Germain and St. Elder. You can typically find these online or at grocery stores or specialty stores like BevMo. 
• Prosecco: Use your favorite brand for this bottle of prosecco. 
• club soda or sparkling water
• fresh mint leaves
• garnish: fresh lime slices, lemon slices, fresh mint sprigs. 

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Grab your mint leaves and smack them to release the aromas and essential oils. Add to a large wine glass. Add elderflower syrup, non-alcoholic spirit, and ice.
2. Add lemon and lime slices to the wine glasses, and prosecco, and top off with a splash of soda water. Garnish with fresh mint sprig, and additional fresh lime wedge or lemon wheel to taste. Stir and enjoy immediately!

Expert Tips

• The standard is 4 parts prosecco to 1 part soda, but feel free to customize this to your liking. You can also add more or less elderflower as you desire. 
• To make a large batch of Hugo Spritzes, simply click on the printable recipe card below. Adjust the number of servings you’d like to make and the ingredient amounts will automatically adjust. 

More Mocktail Recipes

• Non Alcoholic Espresso Martinis 
• Persimmon Sour
• Virgin Pina Colada
• How to Make Frosé
• Michelada Mocktail
• Mango Passion Fruit Margaritas

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