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Aperitif/Liqueur

Hugo Spritz

Hugo Spritz cocktail served in a Large wine glass

Elderflower, bubbles, and mint — the spritz that skips Aperol's bitterness entirely.

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Origin

Created in Austria in 2005 by bartender Roland Schmid — a genuinely well-documented modern-cocktail origin, unusual for how quickly it spread across German-speaking Europe and internationally.

Flavour Profile

Good as a lighter, more floral alternative to Aperol or Campari spritzes. Not for someone who wants an aperitivo-style bitter edge.

Glass & Garnish

Large wine glass, full of ice.

Garnish for the Hugo Spritz

Ingredients

  • Elderflower liqueur1 oz
  • Prosecco3 oz
  • Soda water2 oz
  • Mint spriggarnish
  • Lime wheelgarnish
Ingredients laid out for the Hugo Spritz

Method

  1. Fill a wine glass with ice.
  2. Add elderflower liqueur.
  3. Top with Prosecco, then soda water.
  4. Stir once.
  5. Garnish with mint and lime.
Stirring the Hugo Spritz

Notes

Slap the mint before adding to release oils. Pairs well with light brunch food.

Tools Used

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