The Hugo Spritza light cocktail that blends the sweetness of elderflower with a sparkling, crisp PROSECCO. Its a delightful concoction of mint and lime that is perfect for any celebration or laid back evening with warm summer afternoons. The recipe for the mint spritz — easy and gentle in delivery as all go-to cocktails should be.
Hugo Spritz Recipe:
Ingredients:
– 4-5 fresh mint leaves
1 lime slice (or juice of 1/2 a lime)
1 oz elderflower syrup (or St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur)
– 4 oz Prosecco
– 2 oz sparkling water
– Ice cubes
Extra mint sprigs and lime slices, for garnish
Method:
1. Muddle the mint:
Add a couple of fresh mint leaves and lime slice (or juice) to the bottom of your glass, gently muddle together so they release some flavor.
2. Add elderflower syrup:
– The elderflower syrup (or St-Germain liqueur) that makes the cocktail sweet and floral.
3. Add ice and Prosecco:
– Fill the glass with ice cubes and top up with chilled Prosecco for some gentle fizz.
4. Top with sparkling water:
Finish the cocktail with sparkling water to dilute some of the sweetness and give it more bubbles.
5. Garnish and serve:
Garnish with mint sprig and lime slice Stir lightly and you now have your refreshing Hugo Spritz!
The Hugo Spritz — a delightful, light and refreshing cocktail perfect for any gathering. Find more recipes like this mint spritz recipe on Allummy!
