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Whether you prefer to spend summer grilling with your pals or appreciating your air conditioning, it’s always good to have a go-to cool-down cocktail on hand. For folks who want a big-batch pitcher cocktail to sip on this season, Giada De Laurentiisjust shared a recipethat might be perfect for you. De Laurentiis' blog,Giadzy, callsthe Hugo Pitcher Cocktail"the most refreshing cocktail of the summer," and we’re inclined to believe it. The citrusy, herbaceous drink has just five ingredients: basil or mint, elderflower liqueur, prosecco, club soda and lemon or lime.
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Putting the cocktail together is just as simple as the ingredients list. Just grab your favorite pitcher and add your choice of basil or mint to the bottom, then muddle them slightly with a wooden spoon. Fill the pitcher halfway with ice, then add 1 cup of elderflower liqueur, a bottle of prosecco and 1 cup of club soda. Then serve each glass with a slice of lemon or lime and a sprig of herbs. If you wanted to fill a punch bowl, you could just double the recipe. Consider lining the bowl or drink dispenser with citrus slices for a glamorous look.
You could serve up glasses of this chilled beverage poolside, at your next summer cookout or at Sunday brunch. Just pair it with a favorite summer recipe—like ourVegetarian Tacos with Zucchini & Cornfor a veggie-packed taco night or our3-Ingredient Cucumber Boursin Wrapfor a lunch at the park.
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Pairing the lime and mint together can satisfy mojito lovers, or opt for the lemon and basil if you’re planning to serve the drink with a pasta dish or munching on strawberries as you sip. Any combination of herbs and citrus is sure to impress.
Whatever seasonal drinks you add to your repertoire this summer, just remember to stay hydrated while you enjoy the sunshine. After all, you might not be able toeat or drink your way out of a hangover, but you can definitely drink enough water to make sure you don’t end up too dehydrated.
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