Hugo Spritz Mocktail (Easy Non-Alcoholic Italian Spritz)
Light, bubbly, and effortlessly elegant, this Hugo Spritz Mocktail is one of those drinks that instantly makes any moment feel special. Made with elderflower syrup, alcohol-free sparkling wine, fresh mint, lime slices, and sparkling soda water, this refreshing Italian-inspired spritz is crisp, floral, and beautifully refreshing. Inspired by the classic Italian Hugo Spritz recipe, this non-alcoholic version is light, floral, bubbly, and perfect for elegant summer entertaining.
Served over lots of ice in a chilled glass, this non-alcoholic Hugo Spritz feels like something you’d sip at a café overlooking Lake Como or during golden hour on a summer patio. It’s simple to make, incredibly pretty, and perfect for brunches, baby showers, poolside afternoons, or elegant entertaining at home ✨
If you love elegant sparkling drinks like my Aperol Spritz Mocktail and Strawberry Spritz Mocktail, this refreshing non-alcoholic Hugo Spritz is another beautiful alcohol-free spritz perfect for warm-weather entertaining. New to the Hugo Spritz? Don’t worry — Hugo isn’t a person behind the recipe, but the name of a classic Northern Italian spritz traditionally made with prosecco, elderflower, mint, and sparkling water 🌿🥂
What’s Inside
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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- Light, bubbly, and incredibly refreshing – The combination of elderflower, fresh mint, sparkling bubbles, and lime creates a crisp, elegant drink that feels perfectly refreshing on warm days.
- Beautiful for entertaining – Served in an icy wine glass with plenty of mint and lime, this Italian-inspired mocktail looks effortlessly sophisticated for brunches, baby showers, summer parties, and celebrations.
- Easy to make with simple ingredients – This Hugo Spritz Mocktail comes together in just minutes using a handful of easy ingredients, making it perfect for relaxed yet glow-worthy hosting ✨
Recipe Ingredients
You only need a few simple ingredients to make this elegant Hugo Spritz Mocktail:
- Elderflower syrup
- Non-alcoholic prosecco or sparkling non-alcoholic white wine
- Soda water or Italian sparkling water
- Fresh mint
- Lime slices
- Lots of ice
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Elderflower Syrup – Elderflower syrup gives this Hugo Spritz Mocktail its signature floral flavor and elegant European-inspired taste. It adds a light sweetness that pairs beautifully with mint, lime, and sparkling bubbles.
- Non-Alcoholic Prosecco or Sparkling na White Wine – A crisp alcohol-free prosecco or non-alcoholic sparkling white wine creates the classic spritz feel and gives this drink its sophisticated bubbly finish. Choose a dry sparkling option for the best balance.
- No N/A Prosecco? – This mocktail is still absolutely delicious, made with sparkling water only. The flavor becomes lighter, extra refreshing, and a little more citrus-forward while still keeping that beautiful elderflower and mint combination.
- Soda Water – Soda water keeps the drink bright, bubbly, and refreshing. Add it just before serving for the freshest sparkle.
- Fresh Mint – Fresh mint is essential for the classic Hugo Spritz flavor. Gently clap the mint before adding it to the glass to release its natural oils and aroma.
- Lime Slices – Fresh lime adds brightness and beautifully balances the floral elderflower. Thin lime wheels also make this mocktail especially pretty for entertaining.
- Ice – Lots of ice is key for a true spritz-style drink. A fully iced glass keeps the mocktail extra crisp, cold, and refreshing ✨
How To Make A Hugo Spritz Mocktail Recipe
- Chill the Glass – Fill a large wine glass with ice and let it chill while you prepare the ingredients.
- Add the Mint & Lime – Add fresh mint leaves and lime slices directly to the glass.
- Pour the Elderflower Syrup – Add the elderflower syrup over the mint and lime.
- Add the Sparkling Wine – Slowly pour in the alcohol-free prosecco or non-alcoholic sparkling white wine.
- Finish with Soda Water – Top with soda water for extra sparkle and refreshment. Give the drink a light stir.
- Garnish & Serve – Add more mint, lime slices, and plenty of ice. Serve immediately while icy cold and bubbly.
Why This Hugo Spritz Mocktail Is Perfect for a Pitcher ✨
This Hugo Spritz Mocktail is ideal for parties because it’s light, refreshing, and incredibly easy to batch ahead for guests. The combination of elderflower, mint, lime, and sparkling bubbles feels elegant and special, yet the recipe comes together in just minutes.
Hugo Spritz Mocktail Pitcher for 8
Ingredients
- 48 fresh mint leaves, gently clapped before adding to the pitcher
- 8 large mint sprigs, for garnish
- 1 cup elderflower syrup
- 1 (750 ml) bottle plus 1 cup non-alcoholic prosecco or alcohol-free sparkling white wine
- 1 cup soda water
- 16 lime slices or lime wheels
- Lots of ice for serving
Instructions
- Gently clap the mint leaves between your hands to release the aroma, then add them to a large pitcher along with the lime slices.
- Pour in the elderflower syrup and stir gently.
- Add the non-alcoholic prosecco or sparkling white wine.
- Just before serving, pour in the soda water for fresh bubbles.
- Fill large wine glasses with lots of ice and pour the Hugo Spritz Mocktail over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with a large mint sprig and extra lime slices if desired ✨
Pitcher Tip
For the best flavor and bubbles, keep the ice in individual glasses instead of adding it directly to the pitcher. This keeps the spritz crisp, refreshing, and beautifully sparkling for entertaining.
Serving and Garnish Tips
- Serve this Hugo Spritz Mocktail in a large chilled wine glass filled with lots of ice for that classic Italian spritz presentation. The extra ice keeps the drink crisp, bubbly, and incredibly refreshing.
- Gently clap the mint between your hands before adding it to the glass. This helps release the fresh mint aroma and gives the drink that beautiful garden-fresh feel.
- Thin lime wheels or slices tucked into the ice make this mocktail look especially elegant and add a bright citrus finish that pairs perfectly with the floral elderflower.
- For parties or brunches, set out small bowls of extra mint, lime slices, and edible flowers so guests can garnish their own drinks ✨
GLOW NOTES
I was inspired to create this Hugo Spritz Mocktail after seeing the most beautiful Hugo Spritz cocktails during a dinner in Miami last week.
With our first trip to Italy coming up this fall, I came home inspired to recreate that same refreshing, sophisticated feeling in a non-alcoholic version that still feels celebratory and special. After a few rounds of testing, this became the one I couldn’t stop making — light, floral, crisp, and incredibly glow-worthy ✨
Here’s to beautiful travels, warm evenings, and drinks that make everyday moments feel a little more magical.
XOXO, Sher
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FAQs
What does a Hugo Spritz taste like?
A Hugo Spritz is light, floral, citrusy, and refreshing with bubbly elderflower, fresh mint, and bright lime flavors. It’s crisp, elegant, and perfect for warm-weather sipping.
What is a classic Hugo Spritz recipe made with?
A traditional Hugo Spritz recipe typically uses prosecco, elderflower, mint, lime, and sparkling water. This mocktail version keeps the same refreshing flavor profile without the alcohol.
What is in a non-alcoholic Hugo Spritz?
This alcohol-free Hugo Spritz Mocktail uses elderflower syrup, non-alcoholic prosecco or sparkling white wine, soda water, fresh mint, lime, and lots of ice.
Can I make a Hugo Spritz Mocktail without non-alcoholic prosecco?
Yes! This mocktail is still absolutely delicious, made with sparkling water only. The flavor becomes lighter and extra refreshing while still keeping the beautiful elderflower and mint combination.
Can I make a Hugo Spritz Mocktail ahead of time?
You can prep the mint, lime, and elderflower syrup ahead of time, but add the sparkling ingredients just before serving to keep the drink fresh and bubbly.
What’s the difference between a Hugo Spritz and an Aperol Spritz?
A Hugo Spritz is lighter and more floral with elderflower and mint, while an Aperol Spritz has a more bittersweet orange flavor. Both are refreshing Italian-inspired spritz-style drinks.
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The Ultimate Non-Alcoholic Hugo Spritz
Light, bubbly, and beautifully refreshing, this Hugo Spritz Mocktail is made with elderflower syrup, fresh mint, lime, alcohol-free prosecco, and sparkling soda water. Served over lots of ice, this elegant Italian-inspired non-alcoholic spritz is perfect for brunches, summer parties, baby showers, and glow-worthy entertaining ✨
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Stir
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: non-alcoholic
Ingredients
- 6 fresh mint leaves, gently clapped before placing in the glass
- 1 large mint sprig, for garnish
- 1 ounce elderflower syrup
- 4 ounces non-alcoholic prosecco or alcohol-free sparkling white wine
- 1 ounce soda water
- 2 lime slices or lime wheels
- Lots of ice
Instructions
- Fill a large wine glass with lots of ice.
- Gently rub the mint leaves between your hands to release their aroma, then place them in the glass along with the lime slices.
- Pour in the elderflower syrup.
- Slowly add the non-alcoholic prosecco or sparkling white wine.
- Top with soda water.
- Garnish with a large mint sprig and additional lime if desired. Serve immediately while perfectly icy and bubbly ✨
Notes
- Use lots of ice for the most refreshing and authentic spritz experience. An extra cold glass makes a big difference in this drink.
- Gently clapping the mint before adding it to the glass helps release the fresh mint aroma without bruising the leaves.
- Add the soda water just before serving to keep the bubbles crisp and lively.
- A dry, non-alcoholic prosecco or sparkling white wine works best to balance the sweetness of the elderflower syrup.
- For entertaining, prep the mint, lime, and elderflower syrup ahead of time, then add the sparkling ingredients right before guests arrive.
- This mocktail is especially beautiful served in large wine glasses with fresh mint sprigs and thin lime wheels ✨
Hugo Spritz Mocktail Pitcher for 8 ✨
Ingredients
- 48 fresh mint leaves, gently clapped before adding to the pitcher
- 8 large mint sprigs, for garnish
- 1 cup elderflower syrup
- 1 (750 ml) bottle plus 1 cup non-alcoholic prosecco or alcohol-free sparkling white wine
- 1 cup soda water
- 16 lime slices or lime wheels
- Lots of ice for serving
Instructions
- Gently clap the mint leaves between your hands to release the aroma, then add them to a large pitcher along with the lime slices.
- Pour in the elderflower syrup and stir gently.
- Add the non-alcoholic prosecco or sparkling white wine.
- Just before serving, pour in the soda water for a fresh burst of bubbles.
- Fill large wine glasses with lots of ice and pour the Hugo Spritz Mocktail over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with a large mint sprig and extra lime slices if desired ✨
Pitcher Tip
For the best flavor and bubbles, keep the ice in individual glasses instead of adding it directly to the pitcher. This keeps the spritz crisp, refreshing, and beautifully sparkling for entertaining.
