Hugo Spritz Recipe – Italian Elderflower Spritz, Aperitivo Time!!

The Hugo Spritz or Alpine Spritz (pronounced ‘Ugo’ by Italians) originated in the northern Italian region Alto-Adige – an area where the elderberry plant thrives in summer. A light and refreshing aperitivo!

According to the Spritz book (https://amzn.to/2BLoRRJ) by Talia Baiocchi and Leslie Pariseau, the original recipe called for lemon syrup before changing to elderflower syrup. Given that elderflower isn’t prevalent in other regions, it’s common to utilise elderflower liqueur as it’s replacement.

BARWARE USED:

30cm Teardrop Barspoon
AU: http://bit.ly/30cm-barspoon
US: https://amzn.to/2H0Jv46

Multi Level Jigger
AU: http://bit.ly/multi-jigger
US: https://amzn.to/2GkY8iZ

VIEW FULL PRINTABLE RECIPE: https://stevethebartender.com.au/hugo-spritz-drink-recipe/

INGREDIENTS
– 15mL Elderflower Liqueur (½ oz)
– 120mL Prosecco (4 oz)
– 30mL Soda Water (1 oz)
– Mint

METHOD
1. Gently muddle the mint leaves within the glass
2. Add the elderflower liqueur before filling the glass with ice
3. Top with prosecco and a dash of soda
4. Garnish with a lemon wheel and mint sprig

Music by Engelwood Music: https://soundcloud.com/engelwoodmusic/yes-you-can-use-this-in-your-vlog-feat-dyalla?in=dyallas/sets/collabs