Peugeot Nancy 4.75 Inch Acrylic Pepper Mill

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 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 looking for a pepper, salt, or spice grinder, consider the following factors: Grinding mechanism - Choose a grinding mechanism that can withstand daily use, one that is well-made and produces a consistent grind. Ideally, the grinding mechanism should be designed to handle a specific spice, as each spice has different physical characteristics that will benefit from different design features. Design and appearance - Whether it's traditional or modern, manual or electric, a mill can be an indispensable tool in your kitchen and a beautiful part of table decor. Ease of Use - A quality mill should be easy to adjust, easy to fill, and feel comfortable in the hand.

Peugeot's story starts in the 19th century when the Peugeot brothers converted the family's gristmill into a steel foundry. They began producing award-winning hand tools immediately after opening and went on to produce 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 adopted that design to accommodate peppercorns in 1874. The resulting pepper mechanism design is still used today in every Peugeot pepper mill.

Peugeot offers six unique spice-specific mechanisms plus the original burr-style coffee grinder. There are no shortcuts: each mechanism is designed to get the most out of the spices they are intended for. 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.

Peugeot's Pepper Grinding Mechanism is a two-stage burr-style system that cracks and then grinds peppercorns, releasing their essential oils and resulting in more flavor and aroma. The Salt Crushing Mechanism features two ribbed plates that work to fracture and crush coarse, dry sea salt to a consistent size. The Spice Mechanism is made of ceramic and is specially designed to grind dried spices and flat leafy herbs. The Chili Pepper Mechanism is made of case-hardened steel and features a pre-cutting system and dual chamber reservoir. The Nutmeg Shaving Mechanism is made of treated stainless steel and offers a double grater blade and a strong claw to finely shave whole nutmeg nuts. The Wet Salt mechanism is made of ceramic and has been specially designed for wet sea salt.

Peugeot's mills are designed for ease of use, with adjustable grind control and single-handed operation on electric models. The Nancy pepper mill showcases Peugeot's commitment to tradition and modern design, featuring a transparent acrylic body that enhances the viewing of the peppercorns.

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