Peugeot 7-Inch Tablet

The benefits of freshly grinding pepper, salt, herbs, and spices for cooking and seasoning are numerous. A quality mill with a specifically designed grinding mechanism will release the aromas and essential oils of the spice. Freshly ground pepper and spices possess more aroma and better flavor than pre-ground alternatives. Another advantage of using freshly ground spices or minerals (salts) is the control a mill provides for determining the coarseness (size) of a grind. A high-quality pepper, salt, or spice mill gives you the ability to choose and change the coarseness according to taste or necessity.

When choosing a pepper, salt, or spice grinder, consider the following: the grinding mechanism, the design and appearance, and the ease of use. The grinding mechanism should be well-made and produce a consistent grind, ideally designed to handle the specific spice's physical characteristics. The design, whether traditional or modern, manual or electric, should make the mill an indispensable tool in your kitchen and a beautiful part of table decor. Lastly, a quality mill should be easy to adjust, easy to fill, and comfortable to hold.

Peugeot's story dates back to the 19th century when the Peugeot brothers converted the family's gristmill into a steel foundry. They began producing award-winning hand tools and went on to create a diverse range of exceptional quality products, including small appliances, bicycles, and automobiles. In 1840, Peugeot created their burr-style coffee grinder and adapted that design to accommodate peppercorns in 1874. The resulting pepper mechanism design is still used today in every Peugeot pepper mill.

Peugeot's iconic pepper grinding mechanism design is often copied but never equaled. Today, Peugeot offers six unique spice-specific mechanisms plus the original burr-style coffee grinder. Each mechanism is designed to get the most out of the spices they are intended for, with no shortcuts. Peugeot's Pepper Grinding Mechanism is a two-stage burr-style system that cracks and then grinds peppercorns to a consistent size, releasing their essential oils for maximum flavor and aroma.

Peugeot's other spice-specific mechanisms include the Salt Crushing Mechanism, Spice Mechanism, Chili Pepper Mechanism, Nutmeg Shaving Mechanism, and Wet Salt Mechanism. Each is designed and constructed from the best materials to ensure optimal performance for the intended spice.

After more than 160 years, Peugeot mills and grinders remain the benchmark of the industry and have earned their position as the mill of choice in world-class kitchens. The Paris pepper and salt mills from Peugeot, traditionally styled in turned beechwood, embody the classic look of mills used by fine restaurants. The difference between the salt and pepper mills lies in their grinding mechanisms, with the pepper mill using a case-hardened-steel system and the salt mill featuring a corrosion-resistant stainless-steel mechanism.

Peugeot mills are not only exceptional tools but also make wonderful gifts, available in a wide range of heights and finishes. With a two-year warranty and a lifetime warranty on the grinding mechanism, Peugeot's commitment to quality is unparalleled. It's no wonder Peugeot has been the preferred choice of restaurants and chefs for over a century and a half.

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