Paul Kushner

Philadelphia

Founder and CEO at MyBartender

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Piña Colada Spritz

1 week ago | mybartender.com | Paul Kushner

The Piña Colada Spritz takes the tropical flavors you already know pineapple, coconut, and rum and lightens them up with a splash of soda water. It’s crisp, refreshing, and not as heavy as the original, making it perfect for warm days or casual get-togethers. The lime juice adds just enough tartness to keep it balanced, while the coconut syrup brings a smooth, creamy touch. It’s a simple drink that still feels fun and laid-back. Save Recipe FormΔWant to save this recipe?
Disaronno Mexican Sour

1 week ago | mybartender.com | Paul Kushner

The Disaronno Mexican Sour is a smoky-smooth spin on a classic sour. It pairs the almond sweetness of Disaronno with the earthy bite of mezcal, balanced by fresh lemon juice and simple syrup. The egg white adds that signature sour foam on top, making it feel a little richer without being heavy. This drink’s great when you want something slightly sweet, slightly smoky, and super well balanced. Save Recipe FormΔWant to save this recipe? Enter your email below & I’ll send it straight to your inbox.
Tropical Rosé Aperol Spritz

1 week ago | mybartender.com | Paul Kushner

The Tropical Rosé Aperol Spritz is a light, fruity twist on the classic spritz. Aperol keeps its familiar bitter-orange flavor, while passion fruit and calamansi lime juice add a tropical tang. Sparkling rosé brings soft bubbles and berry notes, and a splash of lemon or plain Pellegrino ties it all together. It’s bright, refreshing, and a little more fun than your usual spritz, great for warm days, happy hour, or backyard hangs. Save Recipe FormΔWant to save this recipe?
Cucumber-Mint Mojito

1 week ago | mybartender.com | Paul Kushner

The Cucumber-Mint Mojito is crisp, clean, and super refreshing. It keeps the classic mojito base of rum, lime, and mint, but adds fresh cucumber and lime-flavored sparkling water for an extra-cool twist. It’s light, not too sweet, and perfect for sipping outside. This version is easy to mix up and doesn’t need any special equipment, just fresh ingredients and a little muddling. Save Recipe FormΔWant to save this recipe? Enter your email below & I’ll send it straight to your inbox.
Pineapple Ginger Beer Mocktail

1 week ago | mybartender.com | Paul Kushner

This Pineapple Ginger Beer Mocktail is cool, citrusy, and full of fresh flavor. Pineapple juice brings natural sweetness, lime juice keeps it bright, and ginger beer adds a spicy kick. A handful of mint gives it a fresh lift, making it a great non-alcoholic option for warm weather or casual get-togethers. It’s easy to build in the glass, no shaker required, and the garnishes give it a polished finish. Save Recipe FormΔWant to save this recipe?
Pineapple Ginger Lemonade Punch

1 week ago | mybartender.com | Paul Kushner

Pineapple Ginger Lemonade Punch is the kind of drink that works just about anywhere backyard cookouts, baby showers, or lazy afternoons. It’s bright, lightly sweet, and just bubbly enough to keep it interesting. The pineapple juice brings natural sweetness, the lemonade adds tartness, and the ginger ale gives it a little zip. Best part? It comes together in minutes, and you can easily scale it up for a crowd. Save Recipe FormΔWant to save this recipe?
Mango Cucumber Vodka Soda

1 week ago | mybartender.com | Paul Kushner

The Mango Cucumber Vodka Soda is crisp, cool, and lightly fruity without being sweet. Fresh cucumber juice keeps it clean and refreshing, while mango puree adds just enough body and tropical flavor. It’s balanced out by vodka and topped with club soda for some fizz. This drink is easy to make, especially if you have a juicer or blender on hand, and it works well for warm afternoons or as a simple happy hour drink. It’s not fussy, but still feels like a nice upgrade from your usual vodka soda.
Chambord Bourbon Sangria

1 week ago | mybartender.com | Paul Kushner

Chambord Bourbon Sangria is a rich, fruit-forward drink that blends dark berry flavors with citrus, tea, and a hint of mint. Chambord gives it a deep raspberry base, while whiskey adds a warm backbone without overpowering the fruit. Grapefruit juice adds a bitter citrus edge that balances the sweetness, and chilled hibiscus tea gives it a floral lift. A few mint leaves freshen it up, and the garnish of grapefruit and mint makes it feel polished but still easygoing.
Copperhead

1 week ago | mybartender.com | Paul Kushner

The Copperhead is a crisp, no-fuss cocktail built for warm days, laid-back nights, or anytime you want something refreshing without a lot of effort. It’s a simple mix of vodka, lime juice, and ginger ale that hits all the right notes cool, slightly citrusy, and just a touch spicy from the ginger ale. You don’t need any fancy gear, and it comes together in seconds. It’s also easy to batch for a crowd or tweak depending on how bold or light you want the flavor.
Honeydew Mint Vodka Splash

1 week ago | mybartender.com | Paul Kushner

The Honeydew Mint Vodka Splash is cool, crisp, and light perfect for when you want something refreshing that doesn’t feel heavy. Fresh honeydew gives it a mellow, juicy base, while mint and lime add a clean pop of flavor. Vodka keeps it simple, and a splash of club soda on top brings it all together with a little fizz. This one’s great for summer afternoons, patio hangs, or anytime you’re looking for something fresh and easy. Save Recipe FormΔWant to save this recipe?