Hugo Spritz Recipe (Classic & Non-Alcoholic Versions)
If you've ever dreamed of sipping a light, floral cocktail on a terrace in Northern Italy, the Hugo Spritz Recipe is your drink. This effervescent cocktail blends the subtle sweetness of elderflower, the sparkle of prosecco, and the refreshing lift of mint and citrus—no wonder it's the drink of the summer!
Servings: 1 serving
Ingredients
Mocktail Version
- ice cubes to fill a glass
- 1/2-1 oz elderflower syrup more as desired
- 1 oz non-alcoholic spirit I used a gin alternative
- 4 oz non-alcoholic prosecco or dry sparkling
- 1 oz club soda
- 3-4 mint leaves fresh
Cocktail Version
- ice cubes to fill a glass
- 1/2-1 oz elderflower liqueur more as desired
- 4 oz prosecco
- 2 oz club soda
- 3-4 fresh mint leaves
Garnish
- 1-2 lime slices
- 1-2 lemon slices
- 1 sprig fresh mint
Instructions
- Grab your mint leaves and smack them to release the aromas and essential oils. Add to your serving glass. Add elderflower syrup, non-alcoholic spirit and ice.
- Add lemon and lime slices to the glass, prosecco and top off with club soda. Garnish with more fresh mint, to taste. Stir and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- 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.
- For the crispest, most refreshing Hugo Spritz, chill your wine glasses, prosecco (or non-alcoholic bubbly), and club soda ahead of time! A colder base means your ice melts slower, keeping the drink bright and fizzy longer.
- While lime and lemon are classic, you can riff on the original by adding thin cucumber ribbons, fresh edible flowers, or even a sprig of lemon balm alongside the mint for a pretty seasonal twist.
- Gently smacking the mint sprig between your hands releases essential oils without bruising the leaves. Tearing or muddling too aggressively can make the drink taste bitter.