Peugeot Duo Paris Classic 7-Inch Pepper & Salt Mill, Chocolate with Gift Box (Pepper)

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 have more aroma and better flavor than pre-ground versions. 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 selecting a pepper, salt, or spice grinder, consider the following factors: 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. The design, whether traditional or modern, manual or electric, should make the mill an indispensable tool in the kitchen and a beautiful part of the table decor. The mill should also be easy to adjust, fill, and comfortable to hold.

Peugeot's legacy in the industry 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, most notably, automobiles. In 1840, Peugeot created their burr-style coffee grinder and adapted that design to accommodate peppercorns in 1874. This iconic pepper grinding mechanism design is still used today in every Peugeot pepper mill and is often copied but never equaled.

Today, Peugeot offers six unique spice-specific mechanisms, in addition to the original burr-style coffee grinder. Each mechanism is designed to extract the maximum flavor and aroma from the intended spice. Peugeot's Pepper Grinding Mechanism, a two-stage burr-style system, guides whole peppercorns through the mechanism to crack and then grind them to a consistent size, releasing the pepper's essential oils. The Salt Crushing Mechanism features two ribbed plates that fracture and crush coarse, dry sea salt, while the Spice Mechanism, made of ceramic, is specially designed to grind dried spices and flat leafy herbs.

Peugeot's Chili Pepper Mechanism, made of case-hardened steel, features a pre-cutting system and dual-chamber reservoir for use with dry, hot chilis. The Nutmeg Shaving Mechanism, made of treated stainless steel, offers superior edge retention and a double stainless steel grater blade for finely shaving whole nutmeg nuts. The Wet Salt mechanism, made of ceramic, is specially designed for damp sea salts, with a spiral that guides the salt to prevent it from sticking together.

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 attention to detail and commitment to quality in each spice-specific mechanism is what sets Peugeot apart from all other brands.

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