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Hugo Spritz

Crisp, floral, and refreshing—the Hugo is an elderflower-mint twist on the classic Spritz. Prosecco, Aperol, elderflower liqueur, fresh mint, and a splash of soda make this Italian aperitivo in under 5 minutes.

Total time
5 min
Servings
2
Calories
145
Hugo Spritz
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Fill a wine glass halfway with ice cubes.

  2. Step 2

    Pour 2 oz Aperol and 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur into the glass.

  3. Step 3

    Top with 3 oz prosecco and 1 oz soda water.

  4. Step 4

    Gently slap 6 mint leaves between your palms to release oils, then toss into the drink.

  5. Step 5

    Stir gently with a bar spoon or long spoon until chilled throughout.

  6. Step 6

    Garnish with a lemon slice and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • wine glass
  • bar spoon or long spoon
  • jigger (optional, for accurate pouring)

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