Hugo Mojito

Prep Time 3 mins
Assembly Time 2 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Description

Author: John Langner
Location: Altoona, WI, USA
Year Created: 2023

Building on the bright, floral notes of the Hugo Spritz, the Hugo Mojito mixes elderflower and Prosecco with the classic Mojito’s mint and lime, then elevates it further with house-made cucumber syrup for a crisp, refreshing twist that feels like a garden in a glass.

Base Spirit: Rum, Wine
Method: Shaken
Serving Size: 1

Ingredients
  • 1.5 fl oz White Rum
  • 1 fl oz Prosecco
  • 1 fl oz Soda Water
  • 0.5 fl oz Elderflower Liqueur
  • 0.5 fl oz Cucumber Syrup (Click for Recipe)
  • 0.5 fl oz Lime Juice
  • 6 Mint Leaves
  • 1 Mint Sprig
Method
  1. 1

    Add mint leaves and cucumber syrup to a shaker.

  2. 2

    Using a muddler, gently muddle mint leaves in cucumber syrup for 5-7 seconds, then let sit for 2-3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add rum, elderflower liqueur, and lime juice to shaker.

  4. 4

    Fill shaker with cubed ice.

  5. 5

    Shake for 10-20 seconds.

  6. 6

    Add fresh cracked ice to a highball glass.

  7. 7

    Using a Hawthorne and fine mesh strainer, strain into highball glass.

  8. 8

    Top with Prosecco and soda water.

  9. 9

    Garnish with mint sprig.

Find this recipe online: https://novelnightcaps.com/recipe/hugo-mojito-cocktail/