Hugo Spritz

Nutrition · per serving

Steps

1. 1

   Chill 2 large wine glasses or balloon glasses if possible. Cut the lime in half; slice one half into thin rounds and cut the other half into 2 wedges for a final squeeze if desired. Lightly clap the mint leaves between your palms to release their aroma without bruising them harshly.

   1 medium lime10 leaves fresh mint
2. 2

   Fill each glass generously with ice cubes. Add 45 ml elderflower liqueur to each glass, then divide the lime slices and mint leaves between the glasses.

   300 g ice cubes90 ml elderflower liqueur1 medium lime10 leaves fresh mint
3. 3

   Pour 120 ml chilled Prosecco into each glass slowly so it keeps its sparkle, then top each with 30 ml chilled soda water. If you like a brighter citrus note, give each drink a gentle squeeze from a lime wedge.

   240 ml Prosecco, well chilled60 ml soda water, well chilled1 medium lime
4. 4

   Stir each cocktail once or twice very gently to combine without flattening the bubbles. Serve immediately while cold, fragrant, and effervescent.

Origin & History

Hugo Spritz originated in South Tyrol in northern Italy in the mid-2000s as a lighter, more floral alternative to the Aperol Spritz. It quickly spread across Italy and beyond, especially as an aperitivo served in the warmer months. Its signature combination of elderflower, sparkling wine, mint, and lime gives it a fresh Alpine character.