Black Granite Mortar & Pestle – 8 cm

Robust, compact and elegant, this black granite mortar and pestle is an essential kitchen tool for working with spices and fresh ingredients.

Its solid granite construction provides the weight and durability needed to efficiently grind a wide variety of ingredients. With its compact size and weight of approximately 1.45 kg, it offers an excellent balance between stability and ease of handling.

Efficient Grinding

The mortar's textured inner surface increases contact with ingredients and makes grinding easier. Spices, herbs and aromatic ingredients can be gradually crushed to release their flavours and aromas.

The pestle is designed to provide a comfortable grip and smooth grinding action, whether you are crushing a few peppercorns or preparing your own freshly ground spice blend.

Compact and Versatile

Measuring approximately 13.8 × 13.6 × 13.4 cm, this mortar is compact enough to fit easily on a kitchen worktop while providing ample capacity for everyday preparations.

It is particularly suitable for grinding and crushing:

• whole spices and spice blends;
• fresh or dried aromatic herbs;
• garlic and other condiments;
• seeds;
• small quantities of nuts;
• aromatic mixtures and marinades.

Solid Granite with an Elegant Finish

The black granite gives this mortar and pestle a timeless, understated appearance. As granite is a natural material, slight variations in colour and texture may occur, making each piece subtly unique.

Highly durable and suitable for frequent use, the weight of the granite also helps keep the mortar stable during grinding.

Specifications

• Type: mortar and pestle
• Material: granite
• Colour: black / anthracite grey
• Dimensions: approx. 13.8 × 13.6 × 13.4 cm
• Weight: approx. 1.45 kg
• Inner surface: textured for efficient grinding
• Uses: spices, herbs, garlic, seeds, nuts and condiments
• Contents: 1 mortar + 1 pestle

Before First Use

As with many natural stone mortars, it is recommended to prepare the mortar thoroughly before its first use to remove any residual dust or fine mineral particles from the surface.

1. Rinse the mortar and pestle thoroughly with warm water to remove any dust.
2. Add approximately 3 tablespoons of white rice to the mortar with a small amount of water.
3. Grind the rice using circular motions until it forms a fine paste or powder.
4. Discard the rice, rinse the mortar and repeat the process if necessary until the ground rice remains clean and white.
5. Rinse thoroughly and allow the mortar and pestle to air dry completely before use.

Care Instructions

After use, clean the mortar and pestle with warm water and a small amount of washing-up liquid, then rinse thoroughly and dry completely.

Avoid using abrasive cleaning products or scouring pads, as these may affect the natural finish of the stone.

A compact, robust and versatile granite mortar and pestle, perfect for preparing freshly ground spices and adding extra flavour to everyday cooking.