Mediterranean Hugo Spritz Recipe

Step aside Aperol Spritz, there’s a new cocktail in town! After many years of the Campari vs. Aperol Spritz debate, the Hugo Spritz is here to reign supreme. This Mediterranean Hugo Spritz recipe is tried and true and ready to be shared with you!

Isn’t the Hugo Spritz originally from Northern Italy? Yes! After sipping a Hugo Spritz, or two or three, in a few countries this recipe has taken many different shapes. I figued it would only be fair to name this recipe after the Mediterranean region as a whole. It has changed brands, quantities, garnishes all around, but this recipe is the one I’ve perfected.

What’s not to love about a refreshing, light and elegant cocktail? Each of the core flavors – elderflower, lime and mint – are subtle and pair perfectly with the gentle bubbles of Prosecco and sparkling water.

This Hugo Spritz recipe is great to sip in the hot summer sun or lounging at the beaches in Montenegro. I would argue that the mint and elderflower combination paired with the celebratory bubbles of Prosecco makes it perfect for winter holiday celebrations.

Side note: This recipe is also very adaptable and forgiving! If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, add more of the elderflower liqueur. If you like your cocktails a bit stronger, you can omit the sparkling water, and top with more Prosecco.

Pro tip: The most common elderflower liqueur brand in the US is St. Germain. I personally have found that the cocktail tastes better when made with other brands of elderflower liqueur. My absolute favorite is one that I had in Croatia. Luckily, the liqueur is sold internationally! Roner’s Holler Sambo Elderflower Liqueur.