How-To Build an Infusion in a Porthole Infuser

In this How-to, Mixologist Garn McCown teaches the best way to infuse your favorite drinks using the Crucial Detail Porthole Infuser. The Porthole is a simple, beautiful infusion vessel designed by Martin Kastner. It can be used to create striking cocktails, oils, teas, and any other infusion. You can expertly infuse any of your favorite drinks using The Porthole. Check out Garn's How-To for more.

Born and raised in Atlanta, Garn McCown worked his way through high school and college at Georgia Tech in restaurants and bars as early as 14-years-old. He began his spirits career in small restaurants, dive bars, and clubs, where he continually strived to learn and grow. This fueled his passion for craft cocktails, quality spirits, and ingredients, and cutting edge techniques. Garn truly began his craft cocktail endeavors at Bluepointe in the Buckhead Financial District of Atlanta, continuing to grow and learn at both high-volume and craft programs with Kimpton Hotels, Seed Kitchen and Bar, Marriott Hotels, The Pool Hall, The Aviary, and Gypsy Kitchen & The Southern Gentleman.