Hugo Cocktail
StirredHighballWine glass
Ingredients
- Gin20ml⅔ oz
- Elderflower Liqueur20ml⅔ oz
- Prosecco120ml4 oz
- Soda Water25ml¾ oz
- Mint LeavesSmall handful
Garnish: Lime
How to make it
Gently scrunch the mint in your hands to bruise it, then place in the bottom of a large wine glass. Pour over the elderflower cordial and gin, leave to infuse for 1-2 mins. Fill the glass with ice, pour over the soda water and prosecco. Stir gently to combine. Garnish with lime wedge and mint sprig.
About the Hugo Cocktail
The Hugo is a popular Italian aperitivo cocktail. This version with gin tempers the sweetness of the elderflower cordial and pairs wonderfully with floral and herbal notes. A classic Hugo usually leaves the gin out.
Missing something?
- No gin? Use Old Tom Gin (Slightly sweeter)
- No gin? Use Genever (Maltier and rounder)
- No prosecco? Use Champagne (Drier and toastier)