Hugo Spritz Mocktail Recipe
Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD
| 1 min read
The Hugo Spritz was invented in 2005 near the Italian-Austrian border. It’s popularity initially spread quickly from the Italian town to neighboring countries of Austria and Germany. Today in the United States, it’s becoming a more common bar offering and popular, refreshing summer spritz.
The signature flavors include mint, citrus and elderflower, which is fresh, fruity and slightly floral. This mocktail version leans on elderflower tonic for fizz and a bitterness that alcohol generally brings to cocktails.
Total Time:
10 minutes
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cooking Difficulty:
Easy
Serving Amount
Ingredients
2 sprigs mint
4 oz. elderflower Tonic water
2 tsp simple syrup (or more to taste)
8 oz. non-alcoholic prosecco or sparkling white wine, chilled
Garnish: mint sprigs and lemon wheels
Instructions
Step 1
Divide up mint sprigs into wine glasses. Gently muddle.
Step 2
Add ice, 2 oz. elderflower tonic water, 1 tsp. simple syrup, 4 oz. non-alcoholic prosecco or sparkling white wine. Stir briefly and gently to combine. Adjust sweetness if needed.
Step 3
Garnish with a mint sprig and a lemon wheel.
FAQ
- What can be substituted for non-alcoholic prosecco? Sparkling grape juice can be used, though it’s best to use half the amount and balance with remaining sparkling water as sparkling grape juice is generally much sweeter than non-alcoholic prosecco.
- Are there substitutes for elderflower tonic? Non-alcoholic elderflower cordial, syrup or liqueur can be used. It’s best to double-check the label to ensure it is non-alcoholic. For these, start with 1 oz. and increase for more sweetness and flavor if desired.
- What glass is this traditionally served in? A large, stemmed, wide-bowled wine glass is ideal to accommodate ice, bubbles and garnishes. This type of glass enhances the floral aroma of the elderflower and helps keep it chilled.
