My Peugeot pepper mill sits next to my stove and has to contend with splashing oil and general cooking debris. No matter what setting you're on, the pepper comes out in a neat circle and doesn't spray wide. The hourglass shape of the mill is easy to grip, and the texture of the wood feels more natural than others that were highly polished, which I preferred. Of the pepper mills with specific grind settings, it was the easiest to turn, and because the band is located at the base, you don't have to worry about the mill coming apart as you adjust it. You adjust the setting by rotating a labeled band of wood at the mill's base. The Peugeot Paris u'Select Pepper Mill is a classic: intuitive to use and beautiful to display. Pros: Easy to adjust, even fine grind, attractive finish This is not dishwasher or dish detergent safe. Cleaning: Wipe down with a soft dry cloth.Material of grinding mechanism: Case-hardened steel.Learn more about how Insider Reviews tests and researches kitchen products. We tested ten pepper mills for grind speed, accuracy, and durability, and we consulted three experts on the differences between pepper grinds and why grinding your own pepper is worth it. Having a sturdy, accurate pepper mill means that your food will taste better and you'll use less of spice because freshly ground pepper has a stronger flavor

Using a pepper grinder allows you to experiment with single-source peppercorns - this can give your dish a bright and spicy pepper taste, said Ethan Frisch, co-founder of Burlap and Barrel. 'When you buy pre-ground pepper, you have no idea how long it has been ground, and time will diminish its potency,' said Robyn McArthur, executive chef at the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts in Austin, Texas. However, pre-ground pepper sacrifices quality for convenience. Pepper is found in kitchens around the world, whether it's dashed in tomato sauce, rubbed onto a steak, or mixed with other spices to give a cookie a kick.

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