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We tested our preferred stainless steel version, Paris u'Select Pepper Mill, and added it to the competition section.
A good pepper mill will do wonders for enhancing the flavor of food. When the pepper mill grinds, it releases aromatic oils, providing you with excellent taste of pepper, far from the bland and tasteless pre-milled powder in cans. After more than 60 hours of research and testing of 19 different pepper mills in the past few years, we recommend the Peugeot Paris u'Select Pepper Mill. It is a bit more expensive than other grinders, but you may never need to buy another one; Peugeot is a lifetime purchase.
If you have trouble turning the hand-operated pepper mill, we also recommend that you use a battery-powered model, which can be started with the push of a button.
Since its launch more than a century ago, Peugeot has been the most popular, and it is still the best due to its ease of use, even grinding and classic appearance.
*At the time of publication, the price was $44.
Peugeot Paris u'Select Pepper Mill has long been loved by professional chefs and design enthusiasts for its unparalleled sharpness, case-hardened steel grinding mechanism and stylish appearance. (Peugeot introduced the first table-top pepper mill in 1874.) The grinding mechanism produces uniform grinding at each preset coarseness setting (unlike most competitors), and the grinder comes with a lifetime warranty. You can also find other sizes and finishes.
If Peugeot is not available, or if you prefer a more streamlined appearance, Fletchers' Mill models can provide similar performance and robust construction. But it lacks preset roughness settings.
*At the time of publication, the price was $50.
Although we like the Peugeot pepper mill the most, we found that the Flechers' Mill Border Grill pepper mill provides very similar performance and a more stylish design. The only disadvantage is that there is no preset thickness adjustment; you have to pay attention to it. This model is also available in five colors and three dyeing options: cherry, mahogany and walnut.
This mill is smaller, but the Trudeau Sevilla mill is consistent (although not as refined as the Peugeot and Fletcher mill models).
*At the time of publication, the price was $15.
If you want a more affordable pepper mill and don't mind the smaller model, we recommend the Trudeau 6-inch Seville pepper mill. The wide nut on the top of this model makes it easy to adjust the grinding size. Its carbon steel grinding mechanism produces very fine pepper (but not as fine as the Peugeot and Fletchers' Mill models).
The Eparé battery-powered pepper mill requires four AA batteries, but it can grind pepper finely and is the quietest electric model we have tested.
We prefer other alternative designs and fast output. However, if you prefer electric mills, the Eparé battery-powered pepper mill is the best we have tested. With the push of a button, its ceramic grinding mechanism can produce consistent results. Like our first choice, Eparé has a large capacity and can hold up to five tablespoons of pepper. Disadvantages: It requires four AA batteries, which makes the pepper mill head-heavy and is not conducive to refilling. And, like most electric models, finer settings require longer grinding times.
Since its launch more than a century ago, Peugeot has been the most popular, and it is still the best due to its ease of use, even grinding and classic appearance.
*At the time of publication, the price was $44.
If Peugeot is not available, or if you prefer a more streamlined appearance, Fletchers' Mill models can provide similar performance and robust construction. But it lacks preset roughness settings.
*At the time of publication, the price was $50.
This mill is smaller, but the Trudeau Sevilla mill is consistent (although not as refined as the Peugeot and Fletcher mill models).
*At the time of publication, the price was $15.
The Eparé battery-powered pepper mill requires four AA batteries, but it can grind pepper finely and is the quietest electric model we have tested.
Senior contributor Michael Sullivan contributed to our 2016 and 2021 updates. He reviewed Wirecutter's various cookware, tableware and small appliances. In addition to using pepper mills professionally, he also spent dozens of hours researching, testing, and producing them for this guide. Ganda Suthivarakom, former Wirecutter's strategy editor, wrote our 2014 update. Freelance writer Jennifer Fields wrote our original guide.
To understand what makes an excellent pepper mill, we talked to experts including James Beard, the award-winning cookbook author Diane Morgan; James Beard – award-winning chef Jennifer Jasinski; Stephanie Coyle ( Stephanie Coyle), former culinary director of Sur La Table; Patty Erd, former spice merchant and co-owner of Spice House; and Christine McFadden, author Pepper: Spices that Changed the World. We also consulted some editorial reviews, including The Wall Street Journal and The Kitchen.
If you have been using canned pepper (without judgment), switching to freshly ground pepper will make a big difference. As Harold McGee wrote in On Food and Cooking, ground spices "can release their aroma and volatilize, so the freshest flavor comes from directly ground whole pepper."
Those overpriced supermarket pre-installed pepper grinders are suitable for camping or rental, but their grinding mechanism is made of acrylic. An independent grinder with sharp steel or ceramic grinding mechanism will make it easier to turn the crank and provide you with finer grinding. Being able to refill your mill is another advantage because you can control the type of pepper you use, which can also save you money in the long run.
If you already own a pepper mill, but it can easily clog, grind inconsistently, or spray pepper everywhere, then it may be time to upgrade.
Some people with limited dexterity or chronic hand pain may find the push-button electric pepper grinder easier to use than the hand-cranked model. That said, disassembling and refilling electric models are often too complicated. For some people, this may defeat the purpose of having a button grinder in the first place. We think blade grinders, such as Krups electric spice and coffee grinders, will be a good alternative solution. It will not grind evenly like a pepper mill, but it may be easier to use because you don't have to disassemble it to refill it, and you can still operate it with one hand. Grinding a few tablespoons of pepper at a time in this way will still give you a fresher taste than canned pre-ground pepper.
Pepper mills are available in many styles: twisted knob, crank, ratchet or electric. However, since Peugeot (the same company that later made cars) was first introduced in the mid-1800s, their basic structure has not changed much.
The most common type of pepper mill has a knob on the top that is connected to the main shaft, which spans the length of the shaft. Gravity guides the pepper along the shaft to a set of burrs (grinding mechanism) at the bottom. (The burr looks like a grooved cone in a groove ring, similar to the tapered burr of some coffee grinders.) The burr acts a bit like a drill with several rows of teeth-first, the pepper grains split into two halves of large teeth ; Then they are crushed again into finer peppers between the smaller rows of teeth, as they move down between the inner and outer burrs. The small adjustable screw on the top or bottom of the mill can tighten or loosen the spring, making the cone burr close to or away from the outer gear ring, thereby changing the thickness of the pepper.
Here is what we look for when choosing the model to test:
Sharp and durable grinding mechanism: The mechanism of the best grinding machine is made of ceramic, high carbon steel or case hardened steel. They are more expensive, but worth the extra price because they may provide you with lifetime use. As mentioned above, we will avoid using acrylic mechanisms because they are not as strong and may peel off into your food.
Easily adjust the roughness setting and maintain a consistent degree of grinding: For many grinders, you can adjust the degree of grinding by tightening or loosening the screw on the top of the grinder. These grinders are often difficult to maintain consistent grinding, because the movement required to turn the knob usually loosens the top screw, expanding the space between the burrs, and causing the grinder to grind more coarsely. In our test, we looked for a model of a tight-fitting screw with a good fixed position. However, even if the screws are left in place, this style has some disadvantages. It can be difficult to gauge how many screws you need to turn to get the exact size you want. And the top nut is easy to lose-if it falls and rolls under your stove, you may be very upset.
Our favorite design (such as our first choice, Peugeot U'Select Pepper Mill) allows you to adjust the thickness of the pepper by twisting the strap on your body. The marks on the strap indicate different degrees of fineness. The model with this function is very accurate, and the required roughness setting can be found without guessing. However, these are not very common, so we tested the grinder with two adjustment methods.
Easy-to-fill chamber: Most pepper mills have relatively narrow openings for filling the grinder; this can make refilling painful (although we have some tricks to make this process easier). Some models have a pop-up chute that can be refilled from the side without having to unscrew the top. Other models can be filled from the bottom under the screwed cap. But after testing these styles, we believe that a traditional mill that allows you to remove the head to fill the shaft is the easiest to fill.
We also prefer milling cutters with plastic brackets to hold the spindle in place because this makes filling the shaft easier. If the spindle is not balanced when you fill the mill with pepper, the rod will not align correctly with the head.
Some mills have a transparent body made of acrylic or glass, which helps determine if your pepper is insufficient. However, through these, you can trade convenience for spoiled spice. McGee said in On Food and Cooking: “Pepper is best sealed in a cold and dark place. If exposed to light during storage, it will lose its irritation, because light energy will rearrange piperine to form a An almost odorless molecule (isoflavine).” But we found it difficult to avoid this feature in electric pepper mills, including our recommended Eparé battery-powered pepper mill.
Comfortable shape and suitable capacity: We limited the test to pepper mills with a height between 5 and 10 inches, as this size fits most cabinets. The advantage of using a 10-inch mill is that it can hold a few tablespoons of pepper, so you don't have to refill it often. However, if you make it much larger than this, your peppercorns will deteriorate while waiting to be ground. Super tall pepper mills (like those you might see in restaurants) can bring dramatic performances, but they are unstable and can easily knock your counter over accidentally.
We also considered the diameter of each mill we considered for testing. If the pepper mill is too wide, it may be difficult to grasp, especially if your hands are greasy. In addition, we found that a wider grinding mechanism does not necessarily translate into faster output.
Since not everyone can use a traditional hand-cranked pepper mill, we also studied an electric model. But the experts we interviewed were not enthusiastic about them. The main complaint: They have slow output, are more easily damaged, require batteries (up to 6), and produce more noise during use. In other words, some people with hand strength problems or chronic hand pain may find the electric button pepper mill easier to operate. The electric grinder can also be used with one hand, which is beneficial for people with certain injuries or disabilities.
Reasonable price: The cost of the pepper mill is between US$8 and US$200, but we only tested models under US$60. In the end, the more expensive model reached the point of diminishing returns, and there was nothing better than the much lower cost model. We believe that the best point is between US$30 and US$50.
Generous warranty: Most pepper mills provide a very long or even lifetime warranty on the grinding mechanism. However, if this particular tool is used properly, longevity and breakage do not seem to be major issues.
We tested the pepper mills by adjusting the coarseness settings to different positions to see the consistency and uniformity of their grinding. We also exercise our wrists by checking how long it takes for each grinder to make a teaspoon of pepper and whether the ground powder is concentrated or sprayed. In addition, we also checked the amount of pepper that each model can hold. Using wet and greasy hands, we evaluated the difficulty of using the grinder in a messy cooking environment.
For the electric model, we noticed the noise of the motor during grinding. Since pepper mills play an equal role in the kitchen and the dining table, we also considered aesthetics. Ideally, we want a pepper mill, which is not an eye-catcher, and can be placed on the table for a dinner party.
Since its launch more than a century ago, Peugeot has been the most popular, and it is still the best due to its ease of use, even grinding and classic appearance.
*At the time of publication, the price was $44.
Peugeot Paris u'Select Pepper Mill, a modern descendant of the original French pepper mill, started it all. In our tests, its case-hardened steel grinding mechanism produced a consistent grinding effect at every level, and the pepper grinding speed of this model was faster than most competitors. Instead of fiddling with an unpredictable screw on the top, you can rotate a discreet dial at the bottom of the fuselage to lock one of six precise fineness settings. The stylish and ergonomic shape of Peugeot is very comfortable to hold, and this mill is very beautiful and can be placed on a table. Peugeot is also available in a variety of sizes and finishes.
It takes an average of 40 and a half laps for Peugeot to produce about one teaspoon of pepper, which makes this mill one of the fastest models we have tested. The grinding mechanism crushes pepper in two steps: first crush and then grind to ensure maximum release of flavor and aroma. The grind is very consistent, with almost no pepper grains in the finer setting and only a little dust in the coarser setting. The setting process is more subtle than other models, but the dial locks them in place, so turning the knob does not change the setting.
The knob on the top is easy to twist, and the hourglass shape is suitable for your anchoring hand to hold. Because it rotates smoothly, Peugeot will not shake in your hand when grinding, allowing you to easily aim the pepper where you want it. In contrast, the crank-type pepper grinders we tested, such as the OXO Good Grips radial pepper grinder, require too much back and forth movement, resulting in pepper spraying.
The burr itself is made of surface-hardened steel, which means that it has been tempered and treated with high-carbon materials to make it exceptionally hard and sharp. The burr mechanism provides a lifetime warranty, and the mill body provides a two-year warranty (the body may wear out first). For more than a decade, Wirecutter senior writer Lesley Stockton (Lesley Stockton) has an early version of Peugeot. "It suffered some damage after being repeatedly hit by my cat, but it still works well," she said.
If you like your pepper to be super thick and the cracks between the teeth are rough, this is not the model for you. Peugeot’s coarsest setting is equivalent to the medium roughness of other models. But we think these settings are general enough for most chefs and most dishes. The best position is obviously more difficult to turn, but most people will not have any difficulty turning the knob when setting 2 to 6. So this is only a question if you often look for pepper.
Some Peugeot buyers on Amazon complained that larger peppercorns would clog the factory. However, we tested black peppers purchased in stores and mixed large multi-color peppers, which did not cause us any trouble.
The wood adjustment dial on the model we tested for a long time in the Wirecutter test kitchen broke because it was repeatedly placed on a damp countertop (although it was still grated like the day we bought it). Peugeot has released the stainless steel version of our choice, it may be the solution to the problem, but it has a few caveats. The internal grinding mechanism is the same as the wood model, but the shaft does not have a plastic bracket to keep the spindle in place. The stainless steel version also has a plastic bottom, which is not susceptible to water damage, but if the grinder falls off the counter, it can easily break. In other words, we tested the stainless steel version in 2021, and its grinding is as good as the wood version we have been recommending since 2014.
If Peugeot is not available, or if you prefer a more streamlined appearance, Fletchers' Mill models can provide similar performance and robust construction. But it lacks preset roughness settings.
*At the time of publication, the price was $50.
If our top picks are sold out, or you prefer a more modern look, we think Fletchers' Mill Border Grill Pepper Mill is a reliable runner-up. The main reason Fletchers' Mill is not our first choice is that it does not have a preset dial, so you must know how far to screw the top nut to produce the required roughness. However, the small dimples on the nut help lock the roughness setting in place. The grinding speed of the Fletchers' Mill model is consistent, but it is not as fast as Peugeot in producing a teaspoon of fine pepper. Compared to our top pick, it also leaves more pepper on the counter (but you can control dust by placing the mill on the inverted jar lid, so we think this is just a small flaw).
The American-made Fletchers' Mill grinder uses a stainless steel grinding mechanism (same as Peugeot's) to crush the pepper in two steps to release maximum aromatics. The steel is not surface hardened like Peugeot's grinding device, but it is sharp and consistently ground.
The sustainable wood car body comes in a variety of colors, including some that show off the beautiful cherry wood grain. The mill is comfortable to hold and can easily produce a large amount of pepper. Due to the slim knob of this model, our testers found it to be the easiest mill to operate (although using it with greasy hands can be more challenging).
Since 2016, we have been using the Fletchers' Mill model in the Wirecutter test kitchen, and it continues to grind. It even fell to the tiled floor several times at a height of 3 feet without chipping. The grinding mechanism on the Fletchers' Mill model also provides a limited lifetime guarantee (as long as the mill is used properly).
This mill is smaller, but the Trudeau Sevilla mill is consistent (although not as refined as the Peugeot and Fletcher mill models).
*At the time of publication, the price was $15.
The Trudeau 6-inch Seville Pepper Mill is a durable, inexpensive option with a space-saving size, making it ideal for people with smaller kitchens. Its carbon steel grinding mechanism produces consistent grinding results-although not as fine as Peugeot and Fletcher mills. Some of our testers found that Trudeau Mills is a bit too small, especially for those with larger hands. In addition, like the Fletcher' Mill model, Trudeau uses a nut to adjust the roughness setting, so more guesswork is required when determining the grinding size.
We were surprised to find that the grinding capacity of the Trudeau mill is almost as good as that of a mill that is twice the price. Like Peugeot, Trudeau has a round handle for easy turning. Although it is the shortest pepper mill we have tested, it is still a comfortable height and weight, and it remains stable on the table.
Trudeau Sevilla feels safe when turning, it produces a teaspoon of ground pepper in about 50 half turns (Peugeot needs about 40 half turns). Although we prefer a higher size (which can hold more pepper), this mill still looks beautiful on the table.
Trudeau provides a lifetime warranty. It also has a 10-inch size and is more expensive (but still more affordable than our other options).
The Eparé battery-powered pepper mill requires four AA batteries, but it can grind pepper finely and is the quietest electric model we have tested.
If you have hand strength problems or chronic hand pain, or if you want to be able to operate the pepper mill with one hand, we recommend that you purchase an Eparé battery-powered pepper mill. This mill is very simple to use: After adding four AA batteries (not included), press the button on the top of the mill, and the pepper (slowly) falls from the ceramic grinder. Although there is no predefined setting for the knob for adjusting the grinding size, the useful arrow indicates the direction of rotation for fine grinding or rough grinding. Compared to all other electric models we tested, Eparé grounding is more consistent.
We found the simple stainless steel lid to be attractive enough for dining table use, but when we worked with messy hands in the kitchen, it was a bit slippery. The slender body is easy for small hands to grasp, although this model (like all electric models we tested) is a bit top-heavy. Eparé also comes with a lid to prevent the pepper from staining your kitchen counter.
Almost all electric models we found have a small built-in light bulb. On the surface, you can see how much pepper is put on the food. Eparé’s LED light automatically lights up during grinding; although we found it to be less effective than the overhead light, it is the brightest of the other models we have tested. If the light fails, Eparé’s customer service representative stated that the company will replace it. Unlike most electric models, Eparé also has a limited lifetime warranty.
In other words, we are not big fans of electric pepper mills. They are loud, slow, and top-heavy. Internal parts are usually made of cheap plastic, which can easily break if dropped.
Eparé is no exception. It is very slow-it takes almost two minutes to grind a teaspoon of ground pepper. Most electric models grind faster at coarser settings. But a lot of pepper still means you need to hold the button firmly for a long time, which can be troublesome. For recipes that require a lot of consumption, you'd better use pre-ground pepper. However, Eparé is the only electric model we have tested that produces consistent fine grinding, and it is not as loud as other electric grinders.
Eparé is also not as easy to fill as most manual pepper mills: you must unscrew the base from the top stainless steel cover, then pull the base away from the battery pack to access the refill port. We recommend reviewing the instruction manual (PDF) before filling it out, as this process is a bit complicated. If you have limited mobility or chronic hand pain, you may need someone else to refill the grinder for you. Or, we recommend that you buy a spice grinder, such as the Krups electric spice and coffee grinder mentioned above; there is no need to disassemble and refill, and you can still use it with one hand. If you use Krups to grind a batch of peppers and place them in a container for a few weeks, you will still get fresher peppers compared to what you bought pre-ground from the store.
Do not grind salt or other spices in the pepper mill. Salt will corrode untreated metals. There are special salt mills, usually using ceramic or treated stainless steel burrs. (Also keep in mind that you may not need a grinder to grind the salt. Pepper can be crushed to release the fragrance inside, but the taste of salt is the same whether it is crushed or ground in the factory.) Other spices And herbs are more suitable for burrs of different shapes; if you insist on using pepper, you have a better chance of keeping the mill free from clogging.
If you use red, pink or green peppercorns, Peugeot recommends mixing them with black peppercorns to keep the mill running well. Colored peppercorns will stick to the grinder because they are processed and may have a higher moisture content than black peppercorns. This seems to be reasonable advice for all peppers.
If you have difficulty turning the knob on the grinder, loosen the screw on the top of the grinder (if any) and gradually re-tighten it as the pepper is ground-this should help any pepper stuck in the mechanism pass through .
Generally speaking, to clean the outside of the pepper mill, just wipe most models with a damp cloth. In some of the models we tested, when we thought we needed an extra boost to remove oily residues, we added some natural general cleaners or a little detergent. Before cleaning the inside of the mill, be sure to refer to the manufacturer's instructions. Never put the flour mill in the dishwasher.
If you have trouble putting pepper in the mill, please use a folded paper as a funnel. You can easily stuff this piece of paper into the cabinet so that you can get it at any time. This makes it easy to place squirrel peppercorns neatly into the pepper mill.
Peugeot offers our preferred stainless steel version, but it has a few caveats. According to Peugeot, the internal grinding mechanism is the same as the wood model (we confirmed this in our tests). But the shaft does not have a plastic bracket to fix the spindle. The spindle seems to be well fixed on the base and won't move too much when swinging, but we still think you should pay attention to this is a small difference before buying. Also, unlike the wooden version of our pick, the stainless steel model has a plastic ring around the base. This makes it less susceptible to water damage, but if the grinder rolls off the counter to the floor, the plastic may crack.
We tested the old version of the Kuhn Rikon adjustable ratchet grinder, but we abandoned this grinder because it grinds pepper very loudly and its coarsest setting is still good. We also found that its long handle is top-heavy and can easily tip over with a light push. However, we like that it can grind many peppers at once. Newer models seem to have shorter handles. Although we have not tested it yet, we think that some people with chronic hand pain may find it easier to operate than the knob twist model.
The easy-to-fill OXO Good Grips Sleek Pepper Mill is ground from the top and filled from the bottom without leaving a ring of dust on the counter. If you are bothered by pepper rings, you might like this model. In other words, it is one of the slowest manual pepper grinders we have tested, and its transparent body exposes the pepper to light.
We have high hopes for the Cole & Mason Forest Capstan Pepper Mill, but it does not have a plastic shield to hold the central spindle. When it was full, the pepper powder pushed the spindle out of position and could not connect to the top of the pepper mill.
Cole & Mason Derwent Pepper Mill The pepper powder is uneven. Its output is also a bit slower than our main choice.
It is difficult for us to adjust the grinding settings on the Zassenhaus Berlin Pepper Grinder. The plastic knobs used to adjust the grinding settings are easily clogged with pepper, resulting in inconsistent grinding.
Zassenhaus Speyer Pepper Mill has been well received on Amazon. But in previous tests we found that the hand-cranked model tends to spray pepper everywhere, so we ruled it out.
IKEA Ihärdig tries hard to transition from rough to fine, and the grinding degree is not very uniform. In addition, the bottle is glass and there is no warranty.
Although Unicorn Magnum Plus has received a lot of positive reports from many trusted editorial sources, we found metal shavings in the pepper after grinding. These fragments may be left over from the manufacturing process, but in any case, we do not like the performance of Magnum Plus.
The Olde Thompson Senator pepper mill has a classic appearance but is affordable. But when we loosen the nut on the top for a coarser grinding, the top feels that it might fall off the fuselage. Since the top knob is relatively flat, this model is also a challenge for skaters.
The OXO Good Grips radial pepper grinder has a thin plastic shell, which feels not very durable. It is also difficult for us to turn the top handle with greasy hands, and the crank action sprays the pepper into a too wide area.
The OXO Good Grips pepper grinder has five grinding positions, but regardless of the setting, the thickness of the pepper grinded by this model is roughly the same. In our test, some of the pepper was caught in the thread of the opening and caught it (the only way to open it was to use needle-nose pliers).
Atlas Brass Pepper Mill is another model that showed metal shavings during the initial grinding (we attribute this to obtaining lemons from another manufacturer). Fragmentation aside, this factory's replenishment system is a bit picky.
The Chef Specialties 10-inch Royal Walnut Pepper Mill looks a lot like Peugeot, but it's not in the same league. The Chef Specialties grinder uses a stainless steel grinding mechanism, and the degree of grinding is inconsistent at all levels.
The William Bounds Key Mill is very small, only 4 inches, and only has three roughness settings. In addition, its transparent body exposes the pepper to light.
The PepperMate traditional pepper mill 723 has a ceramic grinder, but the main body of the grinder is made of plastic, which is not very durable. We also think it is not enough for dining tables.
We are very disappointed with Trudeau Graviti Plus, which was our first choice for electric grinders. It has five grinding positions, but each produces coarsely ground pepper. This grinder cannot perform fine grinding.
The Eukein automatic electric pepper grinder looks similar to Eparé, but Eukein is not comparable in performance. This is also the loudest model we have tested, and its light is very weak.
Cuisinart SP-2 stainless steel rechargeable pepper mill is only sold as a set, with a salt mill, it does not grind as stably as our current electric picks.
The iTouchless automatic stainless steel pepper grinder grinds pepper inconsistently under almost all settings.
The Ozeri Graviti Pro electric pepper mill and grinder will automatically grind when inverted. This is a feature that we don’t like Trudeau Graviti.
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Patty Erd, former spice merchant and co-owner of Spice House, interview in 2014
Since 2016, Michael Sullivan has been a full-time writer on the Wirecutter kitchen team. Previously, he was the editor of the International Culinary Center in New York. He has worked in all aspects of the food and catering industry for more than ten years.
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