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Hugo Spritz

This refreshing cocktail combines beautiful floral and herbal elements, elderflower and mint, with prosecco and lime to make the perfect aperitivo.  
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Drinks
Cuisine: drinks, Italian
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 4 cubes ice
  • 1 oz Elderflower liqueur, such as St. Germain or St. Elder
  • 2 oz Seltzer or sparkling water
  • 6 oz Prosecco
  • 3 slices lime for garnish
  • 6 leaves mint for garnish

Instructions

  • Fill a wine glass with ice. 
  • Place the mint leaves in the palm of one hand and gently whack them with the other hand to release the oils and flavor. Then, hand tear the leaves and place in the glass.
  • Add 1 ounce elderflower liqueur, 2 ounces sparkling water or seltzer, and lime slices.
  • Fill the glass to top with prosecco and give a gentle stir.  Serve immediately and enjoy!

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Notes

 
  • Adjust the amount of Elderflower liqueur based on the size of your glass and your taste. 
  • Add as much mint and lime slices as you desire!
  • For a non-alcoholic version, replace the elderflower liqueur with elderflower simple syrup, and replace the prosecco with club soda and a splash of lemonade or limeade. 

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g

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