Hugo spritz recipe
earl grey grapefruit hugo: a refreshing twist on a classic
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06 Jul 2025
The Earl Grey Grapefruit Hugo is a delightful twist on the classic Hugo cocktail, blending the sophisticated aroma of Earl Grey tea with the zesty tang of grapefruit. It's a refreshing and elegant drink perfect for brunch, afternoon sipping, or any occasion that calls for a touch of class. Imagine sitting on your porch, a light breeze carrying the scent of citrus and bergamot, as you take a sip of this bubbly concoction. Ahhh, pure bliss!
I stumbled upon this recipe quite by accident, actually. I was trying to recreate my favorite London Fog latte in cocktail form (don't ask), and after a few, uh, experiments, I landed on this. Turns out, grapefruit and Earl Grey are a match made in heaven! It's a little bit fancy, a little bit fun, and totally worth the (minimal) effort. Plus, it's a guaranteed conversation starter at your next gathering. People will be all, 'Ooh, what IS that?' and you can casually say, 'Oh, it's just a little something I whipped up.' 😉
Required Equipments
- Cocktail Shaker
- Muddler
- Jigger or Measuring Spoons
- Bar Spoon
- Highball Glass
Earl Grey Grapefruit Hugo: A Refreshing Twist on a Classic: Frequently Asked Questions
Earl Grey Grapefruit Hugo: A Refreshing Twist on a Classic
The Earl Grey Grapefruit Hugo is a refreshing cocktail that combines the aromatic flavors of Earl Grey tea with the tangy zest of grapefruit, elevated with Prosecco and a splash of club soda. It’s a sophisticated and bubbly drink perfect for any occasion.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 1 servings
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- First, you'll need to make the Earl Grey simple syrup. Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Add the Earl Grey tea bags and let them steep for about 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags (without squeezing them too hard, you don't want to release the tannins that'll make your syrup bitter) and let the syrup cool completely. Pro Tip: make extra, it's fantastic in iced tea!
- Now, let's get our highball glass ready. Fill it with ice cubes to the top. This keeps the drink nice and chilled.
- Add the white rum to the glass. I prefer a good quality one here, because y'know, treat yourself. But really, any decent white rum will work great.
- Pour in the freshly squeezed grapefruit juice. Freshly squeezed is always best for that bright, zesty flavor, but if you're short on time, a good quality store-bought juice will do in a pinch. Just don't go for the super sugary stuff.
- Add 2 oz of that lovely Earl Grey simple syrup you made earlier. This is where the magic happens!
- Using a bar spoon, gently stir all the ingredients together in the glass. Make sure everything is well combined.
- Top the glass off with Prosecco. Pour slowly to keep that delightful fizz.
- Give it a splash of club soda for an extra bit of effervescence. Not too much, just a little fizz boost!
- Garnish with a grapefruit peel. Express the oils from the peel over the glass by twisting it gently, then drop it in. And there you have it! A beautiful Earl Grey Grapefruit Hugo, ready to enjoy.
📝 Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup to taste.
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace the rum with sparkling water or non-alcoholic gin.
- Make sure to express the oils from the grapefruit peel over the glass to enhance the aroma.
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 180 kcal
Protein: 0 g
Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fiber: 0 g
Calcium: 10 mg
