Are you looking for a light, refreshing drink, but without alcohol? Virgin Hugo, is a perfect choice for a summer afternoon, a barbecue, or a get-together with friends. It retains everything that made the classic Hugo so beloved—fresh mint, lime, a delicate elderflower aroma, and pleasant bubbles—exclusively in the 0% version.

It's a drink you can prepare in just a few minutes, and the result looks and tastes like something from a good restaurant.

Hugo Spritz non-alcoholic – ingredients

For 1 serving:

15 ml of natural elderberry flower syrup
180 ml non-alcoholic sparkling white wine
40–60 ml chilled sparkling water
a few slices of lime
2 sprigs of fresh mint
ice cubes

Lighter version: Instead of non-alcoholic sparkling wine, you can use just carbonated water. The drink will still be very refreshing, although not as close to the classic Hugo.

How to make a Virgin Hugo?

Step 1. Prepare a glass

Fill a large wine glass or tall glass about halfway with ice cubes.

Add elderberry syrup.

Step 2. Add mint and lime

Gently rub the mint leaves between your hands or crush them slightly to release their natural aroma. Add them to the glass along with a few lime slices.

Don't crush the mint too much – just lightly crush the leaves, which will keep the drink's fresh, herbal aroma without any unpleasant bitterness.

Step 3. Pour in the bubbles

Slowly pour in the chilled non-alcoholic sparkling wine, then top up with sparkling water.

Stir gently with a bar spoon or long spoon.

Finally, garnish the drink with another sprig of mint and a slice of lime.

How to make a really good Hugo Virgin?

This is a very simple drink, so the quality of the ingredients used is of great importance.

It will work best natural elderberry flower syrup with a distinct floral aroma. This is what gives it its Virgin Hugo characteristic taste and makes the drink not overly sweet.

Well-chilled ingredients are equally important. Non-alcoholic sparkling wine and carbonated water should be cold, which will slow the ice cubes' melting and keep the drink pleasantly refreshing for longer.

Tips

If you like a more citrusy flavor, add a little freshly squeezed lime juice,
an additional slice of lime or a few thin cucumber slices will work great for decoration,
instead of regular sparkling water, you can use slightly carbonated mineral water,
If you are preparing a larger amount of the drink for guests, you can combine the ingredients in a jug and add ice only when serving.

Hugo Spritz non-alcoholic This is a perfect choice for those who want to enjoy the taste of a classic cocktail without the alcohol. Aromatic elderflower syrup, fresh mint, lime, and delicate bubbles create a uniquely light, elegant combination that's perfect for summer gatherings and family parties. Enjoy!

Virgin Hugo – non-alcoholic Hugo drink with elderberry syrup

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