Pepper Grinder

A pepper mill is a handheld device containing a small supply of peppercorn that is used to grind it down into fine or coarse powder (depending on the settings) right on the table or in the kitchen. Scientifically, as the pepper grinder crushes peppercorns, volatile aromatic oils are released. These oils taste better compared to processed pepper.

Pepper mill construction materials

Salt and pepper mills are made from different materials including, stainless steel, zinc, ceramic, wood, and acrylic. Stainless steel pepper grinders are some of the most common mills in professional kitchens. The material is long-lasting and withstands pressure from daily uses. The only problem is steel pepper mills are not exotic but their longevity is good for busy restaurants. Next are zinc alloys which also produce high-quality both manual and electric pepper grinders featuring a shiny luster and a smooth finish. Wood is another wonderful material whose beautiful retro look serves well on dinner tables. The grinder is fairly durable but it can be easily customized by laser etching and engraving. Additionally, pepper grinder manufacturers may combine wood with steel or acrylic to come up with hybrid mills.

How do you adjust the coarseness level on a pepper grinder?

You can adjust the coarseness level of a manual pepper grinder by tightening or loosening the silver screw at the top. Tighten the screw and you have smooth grinds. In contrast, loosen it to get a coarser product. In electric salt and pepper grinders, use the adjustment to choose the coarseness level.

What is the right size of a pepper mill?

A pepper mill with a decent capacity is about 6 to 12 inches high. Buying the right pepper grinder size is comfortable in the hands and easy to manipulate and get the best out of it. If online wholesalers are not offering specific size parameters, a medium-sized grinder which is around 7 inches is a nice choice.