Small, Travel-sized, Pepper Grinders

[Shel_B]

One of the things I missed on my recent road trip was fresh ground pepper. I checked around and found many, many different brands and styles of small, travel-sized, grinders. Maybe some of the foodies here have a suggestion or two and some ideas about what to look for and what to avoid.

Right now I'm thinking that I'd like something made of stainless with perhaps a ceramic grinding mechanism and small enough to fit into a shirt or jeans pocket, maybe 3 - 4 inches tall. That's my current thinking but I'm not wedded to the idea. I'm open to suggestions.

 

[PimTac]

It would be easier and cheaper to grab a few packets at the cafe the next time you stop by. Get some salt too.

 

[Shel_B]

It would be easier and cheaper to grab a few packets at the cafe the next time you stop by. Get some salt too.

I want fresh ground black pepper. Maybe you missed where I said that. Also, I didn't mention that I'd be using pepper from my home supply, so there's no need to but other peppercorns.

 

[skyactiv]

If I was a screen writer and Seinfeld was in production, this thread just gave me an idea to write in George bringing his own pepper grinder to the greasy spoon they eat at.

 

[GSCJR]

https://www.dollartree.com/natural-pepper-grinder-15oz/111754

I buy their sea salt grinder.

 

[RooflessVW]

If I was a screen writer and Seinfeld was in production, this thread just gave me an idea to write in George bringing his own pepper grinder to the greasy spoon they eat at.

No pepper for you!

 

[Duffyjr]

I've had a few grinders over the years but this is the one I use all the time. I like it because it grinds out of the top so no little pepper flakes from it sitting on the counter/stove. It's a little taller at 5.5".

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CDP6EE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

While you're at it here is some really good pepper corns, it's a mix.

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00MDG809M/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B00MDG809M&pd_rd_w=BGT2t&content-id=amzn1.sym.3481f441-61ac-4028-9c1a-7f9ce8ec50c5&pf_rd_p=3481f441-61ac-4028-9c1a-7f9ce8ec50c5&pf_rd_r=KS35K5V715RQNZN4ABJ4&pd_rd_wg=X6Rhw&pd_rd_r=fc6a74ca-8526-4d52-9b63-77aa723c434d&s=kitchen&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyTzdUVEY4NEYyVkJBJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzk1MTk5MkZUSElGM0s0VjQ1NyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjM2NTk4MVhGSDUzU01OQzNZMCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2RldGFpbF90aGVtYXRpYyZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

 

[drtyler]

The regular McCormick grinder isn’t very big.

 

[Rand]

 

[Shel_B]

I've had a few grinders over the years but this is the one I use all the time. I like it because it grinds out of the top so no little pepper flakes from it sitting on the counter/stove. It's a little taller at 5.5".

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CDP6EE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

While you're at it here is some really good pepper corns, it's a mix.

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00MDG809M/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?

The grinder is bigger than I'd lik...hand. I should have mentioned that ... sorry.

 

[y_p_w]

I heard of one from GSI Outdoors, which makes cooking/eating equipment for backpacking.

Peppermill Small Pepper Grinder for Camping | GSI Outdoors

For the backcountry cook who accepts no compromises, the rugged GSI Outdoors portable peppermill adds the ultimate finishing touch to camp cuisine. Backed by a lifetime warranty. Shop camp kitchen accessories at gsioutdoors.com

gsioutdoors.com

Years ago I bought a Minimill from Tom David, Inc. That one is really good (it grinds really fast), but rather pricey. I still have it. I bought it at a time when they had free shipping and buying direct was pretty cheap. I had seen those at Sur la Table, but it was more expensive. Looks like they no longer make it.

UNICORNMILLS

We are trying to have our Italian counterparts make Magnum and Magnum Plus grinders for the U.S. market. Until that happens, early in 2024, we won't be able to send Magnum stock to Amazon. Our...

www.unicornmills.org

bookofjoe: World's best miniature peppermill

 

[Tdbo]

I am much the same. I prefer freshly ground pepper to the garbage that is in most restaurants.
My wife surprised me with this set for Christmas:

https://www.amazon.com/Travel-Grinder-Grind-Gourmet-Original/dp/B005OQYXLC/ref=sr_1_9?crid=13GF0VWPF6X2E&keywords=travel%2Bsalt%2Band%2Bpepper%2Bgrinder&qid=1660869782&sprefix=travel%2Bsalt%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-9&th=1

We like it. Mrs. Tdbo carries it around in her purse, it is compact, and performs its function well.
This should be comparable for less money:

https://www.amazon.com/Pepper-Grinder-Adjustable-Coarseness-Ceramic/dp/B07SDPC8CD/ref=sr_1_6?crid=2292YXO8HR8JM&keywords=travel%2Bsalt%2Bpepper%2Bgrinder&qid=1660870389&sprefix=travel%2Bsalt%2Bpepper%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-6&th=1

 

[y_p_w]

Maybe just a Peugeot Bistro. I've seen them at restaurants, but they're pretty small at 4" and available in a lot of different finishes. 3 inches is actually their smallest size.

Bistro

Offered exclusively at peugeot-saveurs.com and made in limited quantities, this is a superb mill inspired by the Z Model, Peugeot’s very first pepper mill. Coming back in a fashionable green colour, this year’s essential shade, this 8 cm wood pepper mill, made in France, will bring a touch of...

us.peugeot-saveurs.com

 

[Hermann]

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