Reddit mentions: The best pepper mills

I'll throw my vote in for a sharpening stone. If he doesn't already have a nice sharpening set, maybe consider getting him something like a nice diamond sharpening stone; I've seen them for $50 or less.

Tools are always nice. Here are some suggestions to think about:
~ microplane grater
~ Japanese mandolines can be fun to have around.
~ Fish spatulas can be a handy tool.
~ Does he have a good quality peeler? Everyone has a "normal" peeler, but I like to have a good quality horizontal peeler, like one of these, to use sometimes.
~ Does he do a lot of baking? If so, maybe some silicone baking mats for his baking sheets, or maybe some parchment paper.
~ Does he like to use fresh citrus juice very much? Does he have a citrus reamer?
~ Does he like to use fresh garlic? Maybe a garlic press?
~ Silicone spatulas?
~ Does he have a pepper grinder for fresh ground pepper?
~ Does he have a set of mise en place bowls or something to use to keep his stuff organized when he's working?
~ Does he have a scale? You can find plenty of options for home-use digital scales that can weigh up to 11 or 12 pounds, and use either pounds, or grams (if he's doing anything metric.)
~ Something like a good quality cast iron pan can be a lifetime investment, because if they're well cared for, he'll be able to pass it on to his grandkids someday.
~ A dutch oven will always be useful to serious home cooks. The enameled cast iron type are very popular, but they come in many different sizes and shapes, so keep that in mind when picking one out.
~ Knives are always nice. Paring knife, utility knife, serrated slicer, etc.

Those are just a few suggestions that popped into mind. Good luck, I hope you find something nice for him.

My kitchen is pretty full of various devices. Let's see:

• Asian hot water pot. I love tea, so it's nice to just hold the "dispense" button and get a mug of boiling water.
  
• Speaking of tea, skip tea bags (unless you're using these for your own tea, which you probably only need for really fine stuff like chamomile). Instead I use this tea infuser, which works great for most teas. This one isn't very good at infusing tea, but it is really cute.
  
• Prefer coffee? Get a French press; it's pretty cheap and it's way better than drop coffee. You just need a cheap coffee grinder so you can have fresh grounds.
  
• Yes, I said a cheap coffee grinder. You can upgrade to a nice burr grinder later, and that will free up your cheap blade grinder for spice duty!
  
• Asian rice cooker with fuzzy logic. I manage to burn rice on the stove, and the dumb mechanical rice cookers are no better. This thing is fantastic, and useful for more than just plain white rice. Mixed or brown rice, jambalaya, etc...
  
• Toaster oven. I end up using this a lot, either to cook small meals (pizza bites, or breakfast (two slices of bacon, two frozen fried chicken strips, two frozen biscuits, 20 minutes at 375)) or for actually toasting things (I insist on toasting hamburger and hot dog buns).
  
• Kitchen scale. I'm using a crappy spring model, but soon I intend to get a decent electronic one. Just read this article from NYT if you're not convinced of why a scale should be a must-have. I'll probably buy the scale suggested by Cooking for Engineers.
  
• Microplane grater. I just bought it, and it rocks. Citrus zest, cheese, nutmeg...
  
• Tongs. I don't know how I got by for so long without them.
  
• Cast iron skillet. It's easily my favorite pan to cook in, because I can do so much with it.
  
• Do you need a pepper grinder? Get the Unicorn 9" Magnum Black. Nevermind what it sounds like, just buy this one; don't even bother shopping around for others. It's that good.
  
• Instant-read thermometer. I don't know if I recommend the exact one I have (a $20 from Taylor, which may have already broken) but having one is essential. Now that I'm using it I'm realizing how badly I was overcooking a lot of meat and sausage.
  
• I have something like this "safe" can opener, which cuts the can open from the side rather than the top. The idea is that you're only cutting through glue, and so the blade never touches food, which is a big hazard for contamination since people rarely clean their can openers thoroughly enough. So this is great in principle, but not all cans are equal, and sometimes it just totally fails to open some cans.
  
• Kitchenaid mixer. My mom got it for me for my birthday, and I have to say it's damn good, if you mix things a lot. Does a much better job than other mixers I've used. I also got the grinder attachment, which I've been experimenting with, so that gives the kitchenaid a bit more use.
  
• Slow cooker. Shouldn't be any surprise there why it's useful.
  
• Walmart's Tramontina stainless steel pans are about as good as All-Clad, but less than half the price. (Shocking! Quality stuff from Walmart?) I just got them so they haven't seen much use (see above comment about cast iron skillet) but I can already tell how nice they are compared to the bargain stuff I was using before.

this may be a bit niche, but i can fully recommend a Skeppshult grinder.

it grinds most spices with just a few twists, and even stubborn stuff like cumin or carraway are easier to grind than in a regular mortar.

also, it'll last a few generations. the clever cap/storage on top is just a nice bonus.

and since you mentioned you liked thai curries, I'll tip you off to a traditional south-asian mortar & pestle. it's much bigger/higher than regular mortars, what with the pestle looking more like a small baseball bat ;). it's great for the gnarliest substances like lemon grass.

between these two, i have no problem grinding really anything, including those yummy thai curry pastes (imo much better than from a blender).

btw, i use whole/freshly ground spices almost exclusively, mainly because i'm lazy ;). in the long run, it's much less fuss since whole spices keep much much longer + you can buy it in larger quantities. also, that's what most asian stores tend to carry anyway. (not mentioning the superior taste...)

their testing notes

> At the end of testing, we finally found a winner to best the Unicorn Magnum Plus. The carbon steel grind mechanism in our winning model features seven large grooves on the nut (most have only five) that taper into finer grooves at the base. These allow it to swiftly channel peppercorns toward the deep, sharp serrations on its ring, for fast, efficient grinding. Its spring provides just the right tension to bring the nut and the ring the appropriate distance together (or apart) to create a uniform grind in each of its six fixed, clearly marked grind sizes. We also appreciated its clear acrylic body, which allows you to track when you need a refill.
At the end of testing, we finally found a winner to best the Unicorn Magnum Plus. The carbon steel grind mechanism in our winning model features seven large grooves on the nut (most have only five) that taper into finer grooves at the base. These allow it to swiftly channel peppercorns toward the deep, sharp serrations on its ring, for fast, efficient grinding. Its spring provides just the right tension to bring the nut and the ring the appropriate distance together (or apart) to create a uniform grind in each of its six fixed, clearly marked grind sizes. We also appreciated its clear acrylic body, which allows you to track when you need a refill.
UPDATE: JULY 2013
The test kitchen puts all its favorite equipment to heavy daily use, and our winning Derwent pepper mill from Cole & Mason is no exception. As a result, we’ve noticed that the black dots marking the grind size settings have worn off this pepper mill over the last several months. As an interim solution to the problem, Cole & Mason has changed to hammering in the dot markings on this pepper mill. Later this year, this mill will feature laser-etched markings, according to a company spokesman. We plan to test it and report our findings at that time.

OTHER RUNNER-UPS:

• Peugeot Daman u’Select Shaftless Pepper Mill - $75.00
  
• Trudeau Easy Grind 6½-Inch Pepper Mill - $33.99
  
• Unicorn Magnum Plus Pepper Mill - $45
  
  > Our old favorite remains fast and efficient, with a generous capacity and a smooth operation, but its “fine” grind looked more like medium. There are no fixed grind settings, requiring trial and error to get the right grind size, and the loading ring twisted open during grinding, spilling out peppercorns.
  
  

Hi folks. I need some help, and I am a total noob when it comes to joining metal. I'd like to add a handle to this salt and pepper tray. Something like a cross between this and this. I'd like to use either stainless steel rod or copper rod, and I'd like to bend it to the shapes I have in mind and join the rod pieces together. What would be the best way to do that? Any suggestions on stainless vs copper? And would a cheap soldering iron work (I've got one... just not sure if the cheap solder I've got would work...)? Thanks in advance for your help. :)

I prefer whole pepper freshly ground, but I keep pre-ground on hand as well. Although coarsely ground pepper is going to pack a bigger punch when you bite into it, fresh ground tastes better because it hasn't had a chance to stale, especially if you store it in your freezer. I really want to get a sturdy hand grinder that has a crank, similar to this, because the ones you just twist feel like they take forever to get the amount of pepper I want.

I cook a LOT and really appreciate a good kitchen tool. Recently I got this pepper mill not thinking it would be anything but a cool pepper mill but after decades of buying the pepper corns in the cheap pepper mills at Costco, i decided to invest. Holy crap is this thing good! I can pepper my whole plate with one turn. When I am using it in the kitchen, I am amazed at how much pepper comes out with each turn. It is truly amazing!

Unicorn Magnum Plus Pepper Mill 9" Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000CFB4N/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_JY8sECrb93RuD

I would highly recommend this one Trudeau 8- Inch Graviti Plus Pepper Mill my wife and I have one and love it and her aunt, who has grip strength issues, loved it and bought one too. We liked that it had a large capacity so you don’t have to fill it as often.

A little late to this but the Atlas pepper mill is amazing. You can grind a ton of pepper very quickly, so for making spice rubs that call for a lot of pepper they're great. Or if you just really like a lot of pepper. Simple, all metal mechanism that will last.

I have arthritis in my hands pretty badly and in my thumb pad joint. I have a Peugeot that I have had for about 20 years and Love it!

I have this style. (paid a lot more for it those years ago)

https://www.amazon.com/Peugeot-23317-USelect-9-Inch-Natural/dp/B000RAC7U4/

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Maybe a style like this one would better suit you?

https://www.amazon.com/Pepper-Mill-Imports-Atlas-Copper/dp/B0000DI5CC/

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But I really love my Peugeot and have never regretted having it.

These are by far the best ones I've owned, I've had these over 10 years, still work and look as good as ever, had a few people also mention how good they were. You can also buy a nice marble stand for them. Check the links/reviews:

Pepper

[Salt] (https://www.amazon.co.uk/CrushGrind-Apollo-Salt-Stainless-Steel/dp/B0000E5SOA/ref=pd_bxgy_201_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ZF32KCAKVTNMGK6JJJGW)

[Marble Stand] (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Marble-Mill-Rest-Glossy-Black-19-6x13-1x1-5cm/dp/B000G04PKU/ref=pd_sim_201_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=C85M2DFFQMKQEMRSJX8A)

Edit: I missed your description, anyway these are still great for anyone else looking.

At $40, its certainly a luxury or optional purchase. HOWEVER, you can get reusable salt or pepper grinders for $9 on amazon.

For thr price of two prefilled pepper grinders, you gain the ability to grind any peppercorns for years. Considering that you can then choose what pepper you want (there are actually many varieties and blends of peppercorns), and the fact that you're not throwing out glass and plastic into landfills at regular intervals, its a worthy purchase.

And if you dont use pepper enough to go through prefilled ones at least twice a year, you more than likely eat out too much or dont season your food at all.

Edit: cheapest one I've found on Amazon that's actually 4 stars or above is only $5 with free shipping.

Miuniu Seasoning Pepper Spices Grinder Mill Bottles Glass Kitchen Tools Mandolines & Slicers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NC2LN7H/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7mOUDbSHEJ9KF

I've been using this model of grinder for about three years and love it, but I'm not sure if it's available in the US.

The top has a large plug that just pulls out so you can refill it- no messing around with screwing things off and back on- the size can be varied and it has a lifetime guarantee.

It works like a charm. I've tried all sorts of pepper mills over the years, and that one is by far the best I've used.

I looked at their list of stockists but they're all in the UK. There is an option on that page, though, to contact them if you're looking for an overseas stockist.

Peugeot makes some great ones that should last me a while. I picked them up when I was working in Germany but I noticed that Williams and Sonoma had them on clearance for almost as little as I paid for mine.

Edit: I have a pair of the Daman u'Select Shaftless Salt & Pepper shakers and a set of the Versailles Salt and Pepper grinders.

The Versailles are on the kitchen table because we keep the salt and pepper grind pretty consistent there but the u'Select is nice for cooking because it can go from a fine powder to a coarse grind relatively quickly.

I spent so much on cheap ones, I should have just sucked it up and bought a really good one in the first place--it would have saved me money. I finally got an Atlas mill. It works better than any other one I've ever used. It grinds very well, and it grinds a reasonable quantity of pepper quickly. And as a bonus, it's gorgeous. The only downside is that it doesn't really do a coarse grind, only fine--but on the occasions when I need it ground that way, I still have my old mortar and pestle.

I'm picky about this because I have mild tendinitis which can flare up when using bad mills. I've used the $16 Oxo one every day for two years now and I really like it. Super quick & easy to refill, doesn't take up much space, I like it sits with the output-side up so I don't need to worry about putting it down on a messy counter mid-cooking, and best of all, it cranks easily and consistently.

Glad I could help!

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It depends on what he cooks a bunch, because ideally you'd want to get something he uses often.

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For example if he uses a lot of pepper like me but hates how long it takes to grind it with traditional grinders, I''d suggest https://www.amazon.com/Unicorn-Magnum-Plus-Pepper-Black/dp/B0000CFB4N 100%, the price is high but justified with how much time is saved. If he uses a bunch of spices maybe a cute spice rack from Costco or somethingd, which you can even customize with markers/paint if you wanted.

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Cheaper pepper grinder also made by Unicorn: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0026DK5YK/ref=psdc_15850251_t3_B0000CFB4N

I don't know electric ones but what about something like

https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Good-Grips-Lewis-Pepper/dp/B003L0OOQM

It should be a lot more ergonomic. I see Alton Brown use that style and it looks a lot easier. As for salt, do you need a grinder? Pepper is one story because it goes stale but salt is salt, there is no fresh to grinding it when a shaker does fine. For cooking look into a salt cellar, it stays covered but lets you grab the amount of salt you need, usually people use kosher salt because it is easier to handle but any will work.

This is a very good pepper grinder. I have had one (the 6" version) for a few years and am very happy with it. A minor gripe is it hard to refill without spilling peppercorns, and it is easy to open the filler cover when you are grinding. Cook's Illustrated had it as their top rated grinder, and then replaced it in favor of the Cole and Mason Derwent. I have used the Cole and Mason, and it is a very good grinder as well.

You can get a decent pepper grinder for less though. I decided I wanted a grinder for white pepper, and picked up an Oxo Lewis Pepper Mill. The Oxo will probably not last as long, since it has a lot of plastic parts, but so far it has worked just as well for a lot less money.

OXO Good Grips Lewis Pepper Mill
https://smile.amazon.com/OXO-Good-Grips-Lewis-Pepper/dp/B003L0OOQM

It’s easy to grind a lot of pepper very quickly, and is also easy to clean.

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I have the Kyocera everything mill for pepper and it is the best pepper grinder I have ever tried, top notch quality.http://www.amazon.com/Kyocera-Everything-Adjustable-Grinder-Black/dp/B001UHNLDU/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1381626017&sr=1-1&keywords=everything+grinder


I can imagine their coffee grinder would be just as great.

Pretty good. For real though, if anyone wants a pepper mill that pumps out pepper (very consistant grind too), the Oxo Lewis Pepper Mill is awesome. I have others I use for the diner table, but when I'm making BBQ and need a ton of pepper for rubs, I turn to that guy. Haven't bought disposable grinders in forever, legit ones are cheaper pretty much right away.

My father bought me one of these about ten years ago and just had to replace it. The best one I have ever used. The longer handle on it helps you crack it out faster and easier. Also adjustable grinds.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000H4QEZE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1414175435&sr=1-1&pi=SY200_QL40

This is my hack for grinding lots of pepper. I'm not a fan of the twisty-top style pepper mills in the first place, but they're especially ill-suited for massive pepper needs. And if you're doing this regularly enough, get a coffee mill that's dedicated to taking care of spices and use that.

I'm happy with my Atlas pepper mill. I like the traditional look and sturdy feel and the brass has picked up a nice patina over the years.


https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00015USPQ/ref=psdcmw_15850251_t2_B0000DI5CC

I'm really surprised no one has mentioned a Magnum grinder yet. They're pretty much the best, and it's what Alton Brown personally recommends.

I have this one, it is so fucking ugly I almost returned it the second I got the package. But I LOVE it, it works way better than my last expensive pepper grinder.

First, get an excellent quality pepper mill. It will last you forever and fresh ground pepper should be the first spice on this list. I like the Unicorn Magnum Plus 9" Black. Link below....I swear it's not porn. And then go get some good salt.

https://www.amazon.com/Unicorn-Magnum-Plus-Pepper-Black/dp/B0000CFB4N/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469398982&sr=8-1&keywords=black+9+in+pepper+mill

My best friend has been using this since before I met him in 1998.

I have the OXO Good Grips pepper mill with a proper crank and I'll never go back to a "fancy" pepper mill. https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Good-Grips-Lewis-Pepper/dp/B003L0OOQM

Since you already have a couple nice ones, I would suggest cracking the Tellicherries manually with a mallet or rolling pin before adding them to the mill. However, the OXO one can't be beat for the price and ease of use, IMO.

Here's the correct link. I bought one of these at the beginning of the summer, and I still really like it. It can grind a lot of pepper quickly, and the price can't be beat. It's not sturdy enough to last a lifetime, but I'd be happy to replace it every few years.

I researched the various options on Amazon a few months back and went with this one. I only got around to unpacking and filling it a month or so ago, so I don't have any long-term use reports. But it seems fine, functional, and inexpensive. I just wanted a basic, adjustable grinder where I could easily see what's inside (because I keep both black and white pepper around), and this one seems cheap and good enough so far.

I'd say that pepper grinders are one of the inexpensive kitchen tools that most often fail to deliver (can openers are another.) An awful lot of pepper grinders are just not very good at grinding pepper, I'm afraid. I'd recommend the one I have, because it worked pretty well when I first got it, but after four years it is starting to not work so well and I'm in the market for another one. I'm thinking I might try this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0006GSR76/. It's pretty well reviewed. I don't have personal experience with it though, so caveat emptor.

I've never used a powered pepper mill that I really liked. I really good high end manual mill will put out a ton of pepper though. I have a Unicorn Magnum and it just chews through pepper. (It doesn't come in stainless sadly)

It's a Unicorn pepper mill for sure, I have the same one. Works great. https://www.amazon.com/Unicorn-Magnum-Plus-Pepper-Black/dp/B0000CFB4N

Happy to help. It's a Unicorn Magnum mill.

Pre-ground pepper is as good as sand. You need to grind it at the time of use.

Get a 6 inch Unicorn Magnum (or 9 inch, if you can handle it)—these grinders are so efficient you can get the same amount of pepper from 1/2 turn as would take 5 turns on lesser pepper mills.

If you're not into the whole "nine inch black magnum" thing, then these OXO grinders are nearly as good.

Hmm I really do like the bigger chunks. I use http://www.amazon.com/OXO-Good-Grips-Pepper-Mill/dp/B003L0OOQM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1367436978&sr=8-1&keywords=pepper+grinder, The door flips open too easily, but the crank handle instead of the twist makes getting large amounts easier. Dunno about fineness, tho.

I’m gonna come in with the best pepper grinder I have ever used and I find to be widely recommended


Unicorn Magnum Pepper Mill 6" Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0006GSR76/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_sWLUDb2PDC2GM

This is the only one I buy. Cheap and effective. I've had mine for years, and when it wears out I'll buy another one exactly like it.

I don't read Cook's Illustrated but Google says that's the one.

Your point about large volume pepper recipes is well taken. I've made the Serious Eats knock-off of Chik-Fil-A's chicken sandwiches before and if I recall correctly the recipe calls for more than 2 tablespoons of ground pepper. We're talking about 30 seconds of work or less with my Magnum.

To be clear, it's this guy here:
Magnum

This one is my favorite pepper grinder. it has a crank, and it grinds pepper like corn through a goose.

turkish coffee/pepper grinders. nice big crankarm for those wtih weak hands. adjust the grind on the bottom. fill thru the top. the reviews are tip top and agree with my use:

http://www.amazon.com/Pepper-Mill-Imports-Atlas-Brass/dp/B00015USPQ

Good advice. This one has served me well for eight years and I think it meets all of those requirements.

Pepper mills with the handle are unreal once you start using them. I would highly recommend anyone to start with this bad boy.

Once you use a grinder with a handle, there is no going back, especially when seasoning large quantities of meats for parties... makes it enjoyable again!

I prefer having a crank on my pepper mill with a large capacity and variety of grind settings. I'm also a pepperholic, so take my recommendation with a grain of salt. Atlas Pepper Mill to the rescue. Only gripe is that the securing nut comes loose. I could add a crush washer come to think of it...

For salt I use a salt pig and seldom season beyond how the dish is prepared.

There was a post here recently praising the Unicorn pepper mill.

I use an OXO, but a different model. It can be a little tricky to fill if you're using a big jar of whole peppercorns, but I'll take that for how easy it is to grind with this style of grinder and the price.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003L0OOQM/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_nQlkub1ZJRFWQ

https://www.amazon.com/Unicorn-Magnum-Pepper-Mill-Black/dp/B0006GSR76/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1536356696&sr=8-1&keywords=unicorn+pepper+mill

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They make a nice salt mill, too. Nylon gears that never rust.

I have one of those Atlas ones. Mine looks like this:

Amazon Link

We've had it for about 8 years now...no complaints at all, except that I grind so much more pepper than I did before. Luckily costco has me covered.

I would suggest the oxo pepper grinder. Fresh ground pepper for fuckin life.

If you want suggestions on pepper to grind, try Tellicherry peppercorns.

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I think I might try

https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Good-Grips-Lewis-Pepper/dp/B003L0OOQM/ref=zg_bs_15850251_4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=06T8VM8928RQC3156287

At least for a pepper mill, the unicorn magnum is great.


https://www.amazon.com/Unicorn-Magnum-Pepper-Mill-Black/dp/B0006GSR76

There’s a bigger size but I didn’t find it necessary.

I use the kyocera one. I've had it for over a year and it still works like new. Plus it is fairly cheap

I have one I bought off Amazon since it was the highest rated at the time. I will add the link since I don't want to spell out the very German name. I have used it very hard for about ten years now and it still works like new with ceramic burs.
https://www.amazon.com/Zassenhaus-Kuchenprofi-Speyer-5-1-Inch-Stained/dp/B0013SSW80/ref=zg_bs_15850251_29?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=46D7VDZ459C13END941N

The Unicorn Magnum that another commenter mentioned is amazing. Highly recommend. I've broken every pepper grinder I've had before this with my somehow-very-aggressive grinding, but this one has lasted me over a year so far!

Most grocery stores sell a one time use pepper mill. Personally I invested once in a decent refillable one and buy peppercorn in bulk.

Something like this should do the trick. You can find bulk peppercorn online as well but its common in most grocery stores where I live.

These are my favorite pepper mills for things like that. Boring looking, but the grinder portion is ceramic and they work faster than most mills.

https://www.amazon.com/Unicorn-Magnum-Plus-Pepper-Black/dp/B0000CFB4N/ref=sr_1_27?ie=UTF8&qid=1466042588&sr=8-27&keywords=pepper+grinder+black
Had it for about 3 years now. Still working as well as the day I got it.

We got a pair of these as wedding gifts 7 years ago and they perform just as well now as they did the day we got them. I use them daily.

Check this one out, it has a more carpal tunnel friendly handle and it has crazy high output.
http://www.amazon.com/OXO-Good-Grips-Pepper-Mill/dp/B003L0OOQM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409797999&sr=8-1&keywords=oxo+pepper+mill

>The ground pepper is some of the best, life affirming shit I've ever had though. I see that old pepper tin on the shelf and wonder what I've been doing with my life.

Jeez, and youre only halfway there.

https://www.penzeys.com/online-catalog/whole-tellicherry-indian-black-peppercorns/c-24/p-1387/pd-s

https://smile.amazon.com/Unicorn-Magnum-Pepper-Mill-Black/dp/B0006GSR76

Unicorn Magnum Plus

Amazon tells me "You purchased this item on July 10, 2007." Because it is Cook's Illustrated's favorite pepper mill, and that's borne out in my kitchen as well. Super fast grinding, tons of capacity (I refill once or twice a year at most) and it has never come lose or fallen apart. I've literally had no problems with it.

Also nice: its grind adjustment is on the bottom, not the top, so you don't have to readjust it every time you refill.

One design flaw: the fill door turns to open the same way you grind; if you're not careful you might accidentally open it while grinding and dump some whole peppercorns into your dish. I've done that once myself. After I bought it, I wrote the company to suggest just reversing the way that door opens; I don't know if they've fixed it in the last eight years, but they never acknowledged my suggestion so I'm guessing not.

I try to avoid being salty, but when I am, I put my headphones on and try my beast not to hear anyone. Like when people at lab don't pay attention and turn off the sterilizer when my things are still in it, and no one will fess up to say how long its been off.

its a peppermill https://www.amazon.com/Unicorn-Magnum-Plus-Pepper-Black/dp/B0000CFB4N/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1520919652&sr=8-2&keywords=unicorn+pepper+mill

ask for THIS for christmas.

atlas mill. there are different colors

You should get a 9" Unicorn Magnum pepper grinder, carry it everywhere, and become "the pepper lady!" https://www.amazon.com/Unicorn-Magnum-Plus-Pepper-Black/dp/B0000CFB4N

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IMO: Unicorn Magnum Plus Pepper Mill 9" Black

http://www.amazon.com/Unicorn-Magnum-Plus-Pepper-Black/dp/B0000CFB4N

What about a copper Atlas it will be the last one you’ll ever buy.

Ps this is the BIFL grinder Unicorn Magnum Plus Pepper Mill 9" Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000CFB4N/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_FCFBzbDRFVAJA

I got this one years ago, and I swear by it.

I have this pepper mill - probably 10 years now. Easy to fill through the little window flap and easy to crank turn. Pieces are small and uniform. I hate the twisty ones.

https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Good-Grips-Lewis-Pepper/dp/B003L0OOQM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1539584588&sr=1-1&refinements=p_n_feature_keywords_browse-bin%3A3954505011&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&dpPl=1&dpID=31%2B7RmAgcbL&ref=plSrch

I don’t bother grinding salt. I use kosher salt.

Atlas Pepper Mills. Several sizes and mechanisms are tool steel. Bodies are brass or copper depending on the model. Have had and used one daily for over 15 years with no issue. They sell the at Williams and Sonoma....also on Amazon here. Very durable.

Pepper Mill Imports Atlas Pepper Mill, Copper, 9" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000H4QEZE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_erLnDb8T9QNPR

This is the mill. To refill it you screw off the tiny finial at the top and it comes off, the hole is a little larger than a quarter. It's a little messy to pour from a spice jar into the pepper mill without a funnel. I don't want to have to dig out a funnel to pour pepper.


http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0013SSW80/ref=mp_s_a_1_2/178-5660991-1311142?qid=1413662662&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40

I had been struggling to find a pepper mill that could handle tellichery well and eventually settled on the Unicorn Magnum. At first I thought it was overpriced but I'm actually very impressed with it so far. I've been using it nearly every day for about four months now with no problems.

I've had the cheaper OXO one for the last 4 years, and it's got no signs of quitting:
https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Good-Grips-Lewis-Pepper/dp/B003L0OOQM/ref=sr_1_11?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1540051351&sr=1-11&keywords=oxo+pepper

Not a pro but THIS kills it.

http://www.amazon.com/Unicorn-Magnum-Plus-Pepper-Black/dp/B0000CFB4N/ref=pd_sbs_k_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=07PGVJ18A9Z1H9P8MP1S