Peugeot Paris u'Select Salt Mill

Freshly grinding pepper, salt, herbs, and spices before cooking and seasoning offers numerous benefits. A high-quality mill with a specially designed grinding mechanism is necessary to release the aromas and essential oils of spices. Freshly ground pepper and spices provide a stronger aroma and better flavor compared to pre-ground ones. Additionally, using freshly ground spices or minerals allows for better control over the coarseness of the grind. This is particularly important as different dishes may require different grind sizes.

When choosing a pepper, salt, or spice grinder, consider the following factors: the grinding mechanism, design and appearance, and ease of use. The grinding mechanism should be durable, well-made, and able to produce a consistent grind. It is ideal for the mechanism to be specifically designed for a particular spice, as spices have different physical characteristics that benefit from different design features. Whether you prefer a traditional or modern design, manual or electric, a mill can be a useful tool in the kitchen and a beautiful addition to the table decor. Finally, a quality mill should be easy to adjust, fill, and feel comfortable in the hand.

The story of Peugeot dates back to the 19th century when the Peugeot brothers transformed their family's gristmill into a steel foundry. They quickly gained recognition for their hand tools and went on to produce a wide range of high-quality products, including small appliances, bicycles, and automobiles. In 1840, Peugeot introduced their burr-style coffee grinder and later adapted the design to accommodate peppercorns in 1874. This iconic pepper mechanism design is still used today in every Peugeot pepper mill. Peugeot's grinding mechanism is often imitated but never matched in terms of quality.

Peugeot offers six unique spice-specific mechanisms in addition to their original burr-style coffee grinder. Each mechanism is designed to optimize the flavor and aroma of the specific spice it is intended for. For over 160 years, Peugeot mills and grinders have remained the industry benchmark and are considered the mill of choice in world-class kitchens.

What sets Peugeot apart from other brands is their spice-specific mechanisms. Peugeot has developed seven unique mechanisms for pepper, salt, herbs and spices, coffee, wet salt, chili peppers, and nutmeg. Each mechanism is designed with the ideal construction and material for its intended use. All Peugeot mechanisms are made in France and come with a lifetime limited warranty.

Peugeot's Pepper Grinding Mechanism is a two-stage burr-style system. The pepper mechanism's helix-shaped grooves and grinding teeth are individually cut and then case hardened to make them virtually indestructible. The mechanism is also treated to ensure protection against corrosion. The grooves guide whole peppercorns through the mechanism, cracking and grinding them to a consistent size. This process releases the essential oils of the pepper, resulting in enhanced flavor and aroma.

Peugeot's Salt Crushing Mechanism features two ribbed plates that fracture and crush coarse, dry sea salt to a consistent size. The mechanism is made of corrosion-resistant stainless steel to withstand contact with salt.

Peugeot's u'Select system is a patented grind control system for both electric and manual grinders. This system allows for quick, easy, and precise adjustment of the grind settings. With six pre-defined levels of grind for pepper and salt, users can easily choose their desired coarseness by turning the ring at the base of the mill. The grind setting will remain consistent until changed.

The ideal size for peppercorns used in Peugeot pepper mills is 5mm (1/4") or less in diameter. Peugeot pepper mills can handle black, white, and dry green peppercorns. Pink peppercorns can be ground if they are blended with other types of peppercorns (maximum of 15% pink). The pepper mechanism is also suitable for grinding dried coriander seeds.

For the best performance from Peugeot salt mills, dry salts with a diameter of 4mm (0.16") are recommended. Ideal options include coarse sea salt or rock salt. It is important not to use the salt mill for grinding pepper or other spices. Damp sea salt should also be avoided as it can corrode the mill. Peugeot offers a Wet Salt mill specifically designed for damp salt, which is resistant to corrosion.

Peugeot's Paris pepper and salt mills are crafted with precision and traditional styling. These mills are made of smoothly turned beechwood and come in various finishes. The U-Select feature allows for easy and accurate adjustment of the grind settings, with six pre-defined levels ranging from extra-coarse to powdery. The difference between the pepper and salt mills lies in their grinding mechanisms. The pepper mills use case-hardened-steel grinding heads with different sizes of grooves to crack and finely grind peppercorns. The salt mills are made with 18/10 stainless steel to resist corrosion from prolonged contact with salt.

Peugeot's Paris mills are available in different heights and finishes, including matte chocolate, natural wood, and shiny blue, yellow, or red lacquer. Taking care of the mills is simple: wipe the exterior and inner chamber with a damp cloth, avoid immersing them in water, refrain from putting salt in the pepper mill or grinding green or pink peppercorns alone, and avoid using damp types of salt in the regular salt mill. Peugeot mills are manufactured in France and come with a two-year warranty, while the grinding mechanism is covered by a lifetime warranty. The brand is favored by many fine restaurants and chefs, and has been a leading manufacturer of pepper mills since the 1840s.

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