Enjoy a Refreshing Hugo Spritz this Summer (With Mocktail Option)

Looking for the perfect summer cocktail that’s both elegant and refreshing? Meet the Hugo Cocktail – a delightfully floral spritz that’s taking the cocktail world by storm. This light and bubbly drink originated in the picturesque region of Northern Italy, where bartenders crafted it as a fragrant, garden-fresh alternative to the beloved Aperol Spritz.

What makes the Hugo so special is its incredibly simple yet sophisticated flavor profile. The combination of sweet elderflower syrup, crisp Prosecco, sparkling soda water, and aromatic fresh mint creates a drink that’s both cooling and complex.

Unlike heavier cocktails, the Hugo feels light and refreshing – making it the ideal choice for warm afternoons, garden parties, brunch gatherings, or any celebration where you want something that tastes like sunshine in a glass.

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Equipment You Will Need

• Bar spoon or stirrer
• Jigger
• Muddler (optional, for the mint)
• Wine Glass or large stemmed glass
• Ice cube tray

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Hugo Cocktail Recipe

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• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 2

Ingredients

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6 oz Prosecco, chilled

2 oz soda water or sparkling water

2 oz elderflower syrup (Like St-Germain or a non-alcoholic elderflower cordial)

A few sprigs of fresh mint

2–4 lime slices

Ice cubes

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Instructions

1. Chill your glasses – Pop your wine glasses in the fridge or freezer for a few minutes while you prepare everything else.

2. Add mint and lime – Place 3–4 fresh mint leaves and 1–2 lime slices in each glass. Gently muddle with a spoon to release the mint’s aroma, but don’t crush it too much.

3. Add ice – Fill the glass about halfway with ice cubes to keep the cocktail cold and crisp.

4. Pour in elderflower syrup – Add 1 oz (30 ml) of elderflower syrup per glass. If using elderflower liqueur like St-Germain, it will give a slightly boozier, more floral result.

5. Top with Prosecco – Slowly pour in 3 oz (90 ml) of chilled Prosecco per glass.

6. Add soda water – Finish with 1 oz (30 ml) of soda or sparkling water for that light bubbly texture.

7. Stir and garnish – Give the drink a gentle stir and garnish with a fresh mint sprig and another lime slice.

Notes

This recipe can easily be scaled up to make as a batch cocktail ready for garden celebrations

• Author: Little Party Pixie
• Prep Time: 5 minutes

This cocktail is best enjoyed immediately while bubbly and fresh. Want to turn it into a mocktail? Simply replace the Prosecco with sparkling grape juice or tonic water for a non-alcoholic version that still feels festive.

If you’re into easy drinks and great snacks, take a look around the blog—there are plenty of party food recipes that pair perfectly with this refreshing treat.

If this cocktail hits the spot, try next our Key Lime Pie Cocktail or Moscow Mule recipe—both bring bold, punchy, refreshing summer flavors to the table. Alternatively, if you love the sweet taste of elderflower and want to skip the booze, try our Elderflower and Gin Mocktail.

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