Zassenhaus has been a maker of high quality culinary mills since 1887 when they started with coffee grinders. Now led by Monika and Bernard Schnacke, the team discovered that cast iron is an ideal material for grinding spices. It’s heft and durability easily create the perfect grind and release full aromas and flavors.

The cast iron mill grinds down even the hardest seeds, salts, spices and more. It’s simple to use; turn the grinder mechanism to crush things like peppercorns and chilis. More turns will take you from coarse to fine. Top the handheld tool with its beech wood lid to store what’s been freshly ground.