Hugo Spritz

classic #cocktail #elderflower #prosecco #spritz

Spec

  • 3 oz Prosecco
  • 1 oz St-Germain (or house elderflower)
  • 1 oz Soda water, top
  • Fresh mint sprig (slapped), lime wheel

Build

Build in a large wine glass over ice. Add Prosecco, then St-Germain, then top with soda. Stir once. Slap a mint sprig and place. Add a lime wheel.

Story

South Tyrol, Italy, 2005, by Roland Gruber. The Aperol Spritz's gentler floral sibling.

Service note

Large wine glass over ice. Mint must be slapped, not just dropped — the aroma is the point.

Tasting notes

Floral, soft, lightly sweet. Lower bitterness than Aperol. A go-to for guests who don't drink bitter.

Costing

  • Pour cost: $2.60
  • Menu price: $15
  • Margin: 83%

Costing is directional. Confirm against current beverage grid when invoices update.