Hugo Rosemary Spritz

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A sophisticated floral spritz featuring St-Germain and rosemary, balanced with lime and sparkling wine for a garden-inspired aperitif. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together St-Germain, Prosecco, fresh lime juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 145 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.6 (14 ratings) Prep: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 145 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle 2 fresh rosemary sprigs with 1/2 oz simple syrup until releasing essential oils, about 10 seconds (do not crush stems).
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz St-Germain, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and ice to the shaker, then shake vigorously for 15 seconds until frost forms on the outside.
  3. Step 3: Strain into a chilled wine glass, leaving herb fragments behind, and top with 4 oz Prosecco.
  4. Step 4: Stir once with a bar spoon until the rosemary aroma mingles with the citrus notes, noticing the light green hue deepen.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Hugo Rosemary Spritz take to make?

Total time is about 6 minutes (6 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.

How do I store leftover Hugo Rosemary Spritz?

Refrigerate any leftover hugo rosemary spritz in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.

Can I substitute ingredients in Hugo Rosemary Spritz?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Hugo Rosemary Spritz for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Hugo Rosemary Spritz?

Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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