Helpful tips

• Quality of ingredients: Use good quality Prosecco and elderflower syrup for the best taste. The better the ingredients, the better the drink.
• Size matters: If you only make a few Hugos and don't want to buy a big bottle of Prosecco, they sell them in small sizes.
• Elderflower liqueur: Even though this drink was first made with elderflower syrup, I find it too sweet. So, I use elderflower liqueur to lessen the sugar and for its unique and delicious taste. The difference between the liqueur and syrup or elderflower cordial is the syrup and cordial don't have alcohol in them.
• Mint leaves: When muddling the mint, be gentle. The aim is to release the essential oils, not to shred the leaves. If you don't own a muddler, you can use the back of a wooden spoon.
• Temperature: Serve the Hugo Spritz well chilled. Ensure both the Prosecco and soda water are refrigerated before use.
• Proportions: Feel free to adjust the proportions of Prosecco, elderflower liqueur, and soda to suit your taste. Some prefer a sweeter or stronger drink than others. If I have room in the glass, even when adding extra ice, I fill up the glass with more Prosecco.
• Substitutions: You could substitute champagne for the Prosecco, but it will change the taste profile.
• Garnish Variations: While lime slices and a sprig mint are traditional, you can experiment with other garnishes like cucumber slices or fresh berries for a different twist.