Electric grinders may require up to four AA batteries each, which means you’ll need eight batteries per set. Some modern designs proved easier to use if you have oily hands from cooking and there was also a big difference with how easy the coarseness setting is to adjust. While one of the electric grinders did produce both fine and coarse grains consistently, we felt the ease of use benefits were spoiled by poor test results on other factors. 2. Most grinders can't do both coarse and fine grinds very well Large items (delivered by two people, such as appliances and furniture) can be returned using our Home Collection service. When creating meals for your family and friends, it’s a good idea to go easy on the salt and pepper and simply allow each individual to add as much or as little of the spices as they prefer to their meal. Keeping a salt and pepper grinder set on your dining room table will provide easy access to these coveted spices.

Easily adjustable with a rotating tab for coarse to fine grinding, they have non-corrosive ceramic grinders that won't absorb flavours or odours. The grinder is positioned at the top of the mill so it won't leave a mess on the table. The mill rests flat when upside down for easy refilling. Choose your millsSome salt and pepper grinder sets don’t include the actual spices. You’ll need to buy your salt or pepper separately. These give a better fragrance and release a real burst of flavour. They also enable you to select the coarseness of grind. We tested salt and pepper grinder sets that are popular and sold at major retailers. We bought and paid for every mill set we tested. Freshly ground salt and pepper delivers a more intense and true flavour and enhances the taste of food. A fine grind gives an even flavour and is perfect for sauces, while a coarse grind is ideal for marinades or steaks. Below are a few options to consider when choosing your salt or pepper mill. Manual crush grinders Salt and pepper grinders are every cook's staple, but we've tested the most popular from Joseph Joseph, Le Creuset, ProCook, Peugeot, Salter and more, and found a big difference in how easy they are to fill and operate.

Finished in stylish steel and acrylic, the salt mill looks the part, as well as performs it. A simple twist of the collar adjusts the coarseness depending on whether you’re seasoning a dish or wanting a crunchy, salty garnish.Sometimes seasoning requires accuracy. You might want to pepper your steak, but not the chips to the side of it. If you need or prefer to push a button rather than use a twisting motion, this electric grinder is for you. It's d esigned with two chambers so you can keep salt and pepper ready for use. The unit is rechargeable: Simply store it in the charging base — which includes a removable crumb tray that catches loose grounds for easy cleanup — and an indicator light will let you know the grinder is ready. The grind size is adjustable from fine to coarse, but the dial does not include preset grind sizes. With its ceramic grinding mechanism on top, this pepper mill won’t leave a ring of ground pepper on your surfaces every time you put it down. A simple twist of the collar adjusts the coarseness depending on the recipe of the day.