Summer Breeze Spritz

This Hugo cocktail, also known as the Summer Breeze Spritz, is a delightful and refreshing drink that embodies the essence of warm summer evenings. With a pleasant blend of floral and herbal notes, this simple spritz is perfect for unwinding and enjoying the season. The combination of mint, elderflower, gin, and prosecco creates a light and invigorating beverage that is ideal for entertaining or relaxing outdoors.

Summer Breeze Spritz

A delightful and refreshing spritz with floral and herbal notes, perfect for warm summer evenings.

4.99 from 62 votes
Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • A small handful of mint leaves, plus 1 mint sprig for garnish
  • 0.67 oz elderflower cordial
  • 0.67 oz Tanqueray London Dry Gin
  • Ice
  • 0.83 oz soda water
  • 4 oz prosecco
  • 1 lime wedge, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Lightly bruise the mint leaves by gently scrunching them in your hands and place them at the bottom of a large wine glass.
  2. Pour the elderflower cordial and Tanqueray London Dry Gin over the mint leaves and let them infuse for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Fill the glass with ice.
  4. Pour the soda water and prosecco over the ice.
  5. Gently stir to combine.
  6. Garnish with the lime wedge and mint sprig before serving.