I love sipping a Hugo spritz on a hot day! Made with prosecco, elderflower liqueur, and fresh mint, this Italian cocktail is floral and refreshing.Jump to recipe Have you ever tried a Hugo spritz? This Italian cocktail is bubbly and bright, with floral notes from elderflower liqueur and herbal depth from fresh mint.It’s just as refreshing as an Aperol spritz, its better-known cousin, but it doesn’t have any of Aperol’s bitterness.

Instead, it’s lightly sweet and delicate.It’s one of my favorite cocktails to sip on a hot summer day—always on a patio, and preferably in Italy…though more likely in my own backyard.Luckily, this Hugo spritz recipe is easy to make with 5 ingredients, so it couldn’t be simpler to mix up at home.What is a Hugo Spritz?A Hugo spritz is a sparkling wine cocktail made with prosecco, elderflower liqueur, club soda, and fresh mint.It’s typically garnished with more mint and a lemon or lime wedge.It’s a relatively new addition to the classic cocktail canon.

The Hugo spritz was created in the South Tyrol region of Northern Italy in 2005 by the bartender Roland Gruber.Hugo Spritz IngredientsHere’s what you need to make this Hugo spritz recipe:Prosecco – Though you could use another sparkling wine like cava or Champagne here, prosecco is the most common choice.Fun fact: Prosecco is produced in the Veneto region of Italy, which borders the South Tyrol region where this cocktail was created! Elderflower liqueur – It adds s

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