Hugo Spritz
Modern · Sparkling · Wine
From the Italian Alto Adige in 2005 — Prosecco, elderflower, mint, lime, and soda over ice. A lighter, prettier alternative to the Aperol Spritz.
| Glass | Wine |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 7.5% |
| Category | modern |
| Flavor | floral, herbal, sparkling, low-abv |
Ingredients
- Prosecco3 oz
- Elderflower Syrup0.75 oz
- Sparkling Water2 oz
- Fresh Lime Juice0.25 oz
- Fresh Mint Leaves6 leaves
- Fresh Mint Sprig1 piece
- Lime Wheel1 piece
Method
- Place mint in wine glass and gently slap
- Fill with ice
- Add elderflower syrup and lime
- Top with Prosecco and soda water
- Garnish with mint sprig and lime wheel
Pro Tips
- The northern Italian alternative to Aperol Spritz — elderflower + mint + Prosecco.
- St-Germain is gold standard; supermarket elderflower cordial (IKEA!) works too.
- Fresh mint muddled gently; bruise don't pulverize.