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HIC Kitchen Mortar and Pestle, Fine-White Porcelain, Octagonal Design

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Material Porcelain
Brand HIC Kitchen
Color White
Finish Type Glazed
Item dimensions L x W x H 4.25 x 4 x 2.25 inches

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  • HIC Kitchen’s Fine Porcelain Octagonal Mortar and Pestle Set for grinding items into a fine paste or powder
  • Made from fine-white porcelain; lead and cadmium free; mortar measures 3.5 x 3.5 x 2.125-inches; pestle measures 4 x 1 x 1-inches
  • Quickly grind and break down ingredients; speeds up food preparation with minimum effort; complements any decor
  • Make aromatic dry rubs, curry pastes, pestos, nut butters, ground cinnamon or grind peppercorns, prepare holistic remedies, pulverize pills, and more
  • Durable; safe for freezer, microwave, and oven (to 350-degrees Fahrenheit); dishwasher safe for easy cleanup
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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.25 x 4 x 2.25 inches; 8 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 79
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ March 10, 2004
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ HIC Harold Import Co.
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0000DI67O
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 779 ratings

Product Description

HIC Kitchen’s Fine Porcelain Octagonal Mortar and Pestle Set is the perfect tool to grind items into a fine paste or powder. The mortar bowl and pestle work together to grind and break down ingredients quickly. It’s a helpful addition to kitchen items for speeding up food preparation with minimum effort. Quickly grind fresh ingredients, like cloves of garlic, herbs and spices, peppercorns or cinnamon, nuts, grains, and seeds, into a fine paste or powder. Make aromatic dry rubs, curry pastes, pestos, nut butters, spreads, and so much more. Even use it as a pill crusher to pulverize harder-to-swallow pills! Essential tools for those practicing homeopathy, the art of healing through natural remedies, HIC Kitkchen’s Mortar and Pestle Set offers effortless preparation of herbal and homeopathic remedies. So easy to use. Simply place an item into the mortar bowl. Hold the pestle by the handle and, using a firm pressure, make a circular stirring-like motion to grind your item into a paste or powder. Harder items, like peppercorns, may need the surface cracked before they can be ground. Firmly, but gently, tap the item with the pestle, then grind into the desired consistency. Pestle and mortar are both made from fine-white porcelain to complement kitchen countertops and any home decor. A tradition since 1957, HIC’s fine-white porcelain is durable, heat resistant, and free from lead and cadmium. It’s safe for use in the freezer, microwave, and oven (to 350-degrees Fahrenheit), and dishwasher safe for easy cleanup. Brought to you by HIC, a third-generation family owned and operated company in the USA since 1957.

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    4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Customers find the mortar and pestle works well, particularly for crushing pills and herbs, and appreciate its sturdy porcelain construction. The product is easy to clean, with one customer noting it can go in the dishwasher, and they consider it good value for money. While some customers find it the perfect size for delicate herb work, others mention the pestle is too short.

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    90 customers mention "Works well"90 positive0 negative

    Customers find that the mortar and pestle works well, particularly for crushing pills and herbs, with one customer noting its effectiveness for grinding spices.

    "...It works really well...." Read more

    "This nice little unit works wonderfully for grinding spices, which I prefer to buy whole and roast to my liking...." Read more

    "Small & simple but does the job without any issues. Can double as little bowl." Read more

    "I love this little mortar and pestle, it works great to crush up pills." Read more

    63 customers mention "Looks"63 positive0 negative

    Customers find the mortar and pestle visually appealing, describing it as a cute and no-frills kitchen tool.

    "...This pestle is small and looks kind of cute. I hold it with my palm partially covering the top while i crush my pills...." Read more

    "...Mortar and Pestle have ruff surfaces for grinding Simple Classic Look CONS:..." Read more

    "Small and very cute pestle and mortar" Read more

    "good product. quality construction. good curvature to components- they grind well. easy to clean. seem durable. note the size- these are very small...." Read more

    61 customers mention "Value for money"50 positive11 negative

    Customers find the mortar and pestle set to be good value for money, describing it as a great buy and pretty cheap.

    "...Overall a good value, and handy for small jobs," Read more

    "...For tiny cat pills, occasionally, this was the best option for the budget. It is small and can sit unobtrusively on the countertop until I need it...." Read more

    "...For my purposes its perfect and cheaper than buying popcorn salt but it is very small...." Read more

    "always wanted one this was very affordable and worth the price" Read more

    57 customers mention "Build quality"46 positive11 negative

    Customers find the mortar and pestle set well made with a sturdy porcelain feel, though some note it is only suitable for light-duty use.

    "...It works really well. It is beautifully made with the inside portion of the bowl (mortar) and the bottom of the pestle being unglazed for easier..." Read more

    "...With this set I can get the perfect grind and consistency to meet my needs for various culinary adventures. Highly recommended." Read more

    "...But the texture is just right, giving enough resistance to do the job, and there's a handy indentation on the rim of the mortar for the pestle to..." Read more

    "...Pestle is sturdy but accidentally got dropped and broken after receiving; glued back together with Superglue acrylic and good as new!..." Read more

    30 customers mention "Ease of cleaning"22 positive8 negative

    Customers find the mortar and pestle easy to clean and appreciate that it doesn't stain, with one customer noting it can go in the dishwasher when needed.

    "...It washes up quickly, and while some people complain that this will ultimately perhaps grind in some ceramic components, I doubt it will do that..." Read more

    "...good curvature to components- they grind well. easy to clean. seem durable. note the size- these are very small...." Read more

    "...PROS: Non Porous Material (did slightly stain from basil leaves) Mortar and Pestle have ruff surfaces for grinding..." Read more

    "...(got 3 dogs that need it) - doesn't seem like anything sticks, rinses out easy...." Read more

    28 customers mention "Crushability"26 positive2 negative

    Customers find the mortar and pestle effective at crushing various substances, particularly noting its success with pills and vitamin powders.

    "...With this Pestle i can now just crush them...." Read more

    "This is the right size to hold in your hand and crush a little of something for a meal, like this fancy rock salt I bought...." Read more

    "...they are good for grinding up small batches of food - a few almonds or whatever, or small batches of chemicals like a single charcoal briquette or a..." Read more

    "...and carpel tunnel in my hands and I am able to crush my three vitamin pills into powder very easily...." Read more

    27 customers mention "Grindability"20 positive7 negative

    Customers find the mortar and pestle set effective for grinding, with one customer noting it works well for pills and another mentioning it's perfect for turning dog chewable vitamins into dust.

    "...the bowl (mortar) and the bottom of the pestle being unglazed for easier grinding...." Read more

    "...With this set I can get the perfect grind and consistency to meet my needs for various culinary adventures. Highly recommended." Read more

    "...Your grinding action then digs into the palm. I found this to be painful...." Read more

    "Nice for grinding salt and/or spices...." Read more

    108 customers mention "Size"73 positive35 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the mortar and pestle's size, with some finding it perfect for delicate herb work and noting it doesn't take up much counter space, while others mention the pestle being too short.

    "...It is a great size for grinding pills and other dry substances to a powder. That is what it is designed to do and it does it well...." Read more

    "...inches total width; the inside is only 2.75 inches across and less than 2 inches deep, good for kitchens like mine where counter and storage space..." Read more

    "...Bowl is VERY small Basically for basic needs like herb and pill crushing, this should be fine...." Read more

    "...That way i cant forget to take my calcium. This pestle is small and looks kind of cute...." Read more

    Perfect for me!
    5 out of 5 stars
    Perfect for me!
    Forgive the crappy background and other orders in the sides of the images.... This is a little smaller than expected but thats my fault bc i dont usually think in mm measurements and didnt have a clear mental image before ordering lol. The bottom of the mortar is unfinished, as is the bottom of the pestle. This is good for my purposes but if you're looking for something to get finer texture product then go elsewhere. I loooove that there is a little dip in the one corner...its sublte unlike those with the more exaggerated lip for pouring, and the whole thing is comfortable to hold firmly while using. Definitely would buy again and recommend to anyone who wants to grind herbs like clove or who cant swallow pills and must make powders.
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    Top reviews from the United States

    • JJO
      5.0 out of 5 stars great mortar and pestle
      Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2014
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      I bought this to grind up glucosamine pills to add to my dogs food. It works really well. It is beautifully made with the inside portion of the bowl (mortar) and the bottom of the pestle being unglazed for easier grinding. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a mortar and pestle to grind pills or small quantities of dry materials.

      I feel compelled to comment on some of the less favorable reviews of this product. This is NOT a mortar and pestle that is suitable for doing large wet jobs. It is a great size for grinding pills and other dry substances to a powder. That is what it is designed to do and it does it well. One reviewer complained about the rough surface holding onto some of the ground powder. It does do that and I GENTLY tap the inside of the bowl with the pestle to knock the powder out of the bottom of the bowl. I wash (by hand) both the mortar and the pestle to get them 100 percent clean.

      This is the type of mortar and pestle used in compounding pharmacies and chemistry labs. It is not necessarily the best choice for kitchen jobs. I would advise people looking for a mortar and pestle to consider what they want to be able to do with it, and then to do a bit of research to find one suited to their needs.
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    • Alan McPherson
      5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect size
      Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2023
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      This nice little unit works wonderfully for grinding spices, which I prefer to buy whole and roast to my liking. With this set I can get the perfect grind and consistency to meet my needs for various culinary adventures. Highly recommended.
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    • David Colorado Sellon
      4.0 out of 5 stars Small but functional
      Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2013
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      It's actually a bit smaller than 3.5 inches total width; the inside is only 2.75 inches across and less than 2 inches deep, good for kitchens like mine where counter and storage space is at a premium. The pestle is likewise small and light, good for those with small hands but it becomes uncomfortable to maintain your grip if you use it for very long. But the texture is just right, giving enough resistance to do the job, and there's a handy indentation on the rim of the mortar for the pestle to rest in. Overall a good value, and handy for small jobs,
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    • 1 Normal Person
      5.0 out of 5 stars Just the right size for crushing my pills
      Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2013
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      I have to take calcium every day and the pills are so big and hard for me to swallow. With this Pestle i can now just crush them. I take a mouthful of coffee or some other liquid and just shake the powdered calcium in my mouth, then swallow. I dump the crushed calcium right in my mouth from the pestle. I get the calcium i need every day in a way that works for me. I put my daily dose of calcium and vit. A in the pestle. Then I keep the pestle right on my kitchen cabinet next to my coffee maker where i can see it with the pills inside it. That way i cant forget to take my calcium. This pestle is small and looks kind of cute. I hold it with my palm partially covering the top while i crush my pills. That keeps some of the little pieces from flying out while i crush those huge pills. Always check with your pharmacist or Doctor to be sure its OK to crush any pill. Some pills are not suppose to be crushed for a varity of reasons so always check first. Thank-you Amazon for not making me have to drive all over the place looking for something exactly right for what i need.
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    • Mary B.
      5.0 out of 5 stars Works as it should and a Great value!
      Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2024
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      I bought this to crush eggs shells and make a homemade calcium powder for my pet birds to add to their chop. It was slow to arrive but likely due to shipping being free and the cost. I didn't expect it to arrive very quickly at the price I paid.
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    • Tom TB
      3.0 out of 5 stars Depens on what you use it for
      Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2012
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      I bought this product to make a small batch of pesto. I was told when you grind basil the flavor is much better.

      I almost killed myself making it. You probably should only buy this product if you are looking for crushing some small grains, herbs, pills, etc.

      PROS:
      Non Porous Material (did slightly stain from basil leaves)
      Mortar and Pestle have ruff surfaces for grinding
      Simple Classic Look

      CONS:
      Pestle is small and hard to hold for a long period of time
      Fragile (it dropped about one foot from my hands to the Formica counter and it shattered)
      Bowl is VERY small

      Basically for basic needs like herb and pill crushing, this should be fine. If you are looking to use it for long periods of time or crush large quantities of materials - look elsewhere.
      14 people found this helpful
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    • Britt
      5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for me!
      Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2020
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      Forgive the crappy background and other orders in the sides of the images....
      This is a little smaller than expected but thats my fault bc i dont usually think in mm measurements and didnt have a clear mental image before ordering lol.
      The bottom of the mortar is unfinished, as is the bottom of the pestle. This is good for my purposes but if you're looking for something to get finer texture product then go elsewhere.
      I loooove that there is a little dip in the one corner...its sublte unlike those with the more exaggerated lip for pouring, and the whole thing is comfortable to hold firmly while using.
      Definitely would buy again and recommend to anyone who wants to grind herbs like clove or who cant swallow pills and must make powders.
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      Britt
      5.0 out of 5 stars
      Perfect for me!

      Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2020
      Forgive the crappy background and other orders in the sides of the images....
      This is a little smaller than expected but thats my fault bc i dont usually think in mm measurements and didnt have a clear mental image before ordering lol.
      The bottom of the mortar is unfinished, as is the bottom of the pestle. This is good for my purposes but if you're looking for something to get finer texture product then go elsewhere.
      I loooove that there is a little dip in the one corner...its sublte unlike those with the more exaggerated lip for pouring, and the whole thing is comfortable to hold firmly while using.
      Definitely would buy again and recommend to anyone who wants to grind herbs like clove or who cant swallow pills and must make powders.
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    • KS
      5.0 out of 5 stars Crushes
      Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2018
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      I bought this looking for something to crush my cat's antacid pill when he throws up and his stomach is upset. I had one like this back years ago but lost it in a move, so had to return to the drawing board to compare models. Turns out there are a ton of options to consider when looking for a mortar and pestle - size and surface, material, washability, etc. For tiny cat pills, occasionally, this was the best option for the budget. It is small and can sit unobtrusively on the countertop until I need it. It washes up quickly, and while some people complain that this will ultimately perhaps grind in some ceramic components, I doubt it will do that enough to be a health hazard. And in the meantime, I can use it to crush the occasional dried herb for cooking. Spent way too long looking at options to come back to this same model which was just fine to begin with, if I hadn't lost the original. Figures.
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    • Justino
      5.0 out of 5 stars Ideal y práctico para la Cocina
      Reviewed in Mexico on March 15, 2018
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      Material de buena calidad, el mortero tiene un tamaño ideal para moler especias (semillas, yerbas de olor).
      Muy recomendable para uso doméstico, mi esposa esa muy satisfecha con el producto.
      Lo tengo duda en darle las 5 estrellas.
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    • Jimmy!
      5.0 out of 5 stars Práctico y funcional
      Reviewed in Mexico on April 21, 2019
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      Buenos acabados en general, un tamaño práctico, sin duda buena compra
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      Jimmy!
      5.0 out of 5 stars
      Práctico y funcional

      Reviewed in Mexico on April 21, 2019
      Buenos acabados en general, un tamaño práctico, sin duda buena compra
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    • W. Jenae
      5.0 out of 5 stars Very pleased...
      Reviewed in Canada on November 27, 2013
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      When I ordered this item, I was a bit afraid that porcelain wouldn't be as good as ceramic or granite. After using it a few times, I was happy to see it worked out just fine. As an aspiring herbalist, eventually I'll need a bigger one, but for now, I love that I can put 1/4-1/2 of an herb and grind them easily for teas and tinctures.
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    • Brenda Juliet Enriquez Elicea
      4.0 out of 5 stars Molinillo súper practico
      Reviewed in Mexico on June 24, 2019
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      Súper practico para triturar especias pequeñas. 👌🏽 Súper recomendado.
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      4.0 out of 5 stars
      Molinillo súper practico

      Reviewed in Mexico on June 24, 2019
      Súper practico para triturar especias pequeñas. 👌🏽 Súper recomendado.
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    • Danny Lynn
      5.0 out of 5 stars Works great, on the smaller size
      Reviewed in Canada on December 16, 2018
      Size: 3.5-Inch, OctagonalVerified Purchase
      I use this to break up my rosin for aerial silks. Works great. I would say it was a bit smaller then I expected but that being said the ad most likely says size and I didn't pay much attention. Size doesn't really matter to me this product works as I needed it to
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