How to Refill and Adjust Your Bodum Salt and Pepper Grinder: Tips and Tricks

Keeping your kitchen essentials clean and well-maintained ensures not only their longevity but also their effectiveness. This is particularly important for items like the Bodum salt and pepper grinder, which allow for a quick and efficient way to season your food. Learn how to refill and adjust your grinder to maintain its performance and get the best flavor every time.

Step 1: Wiping Down the Grinder

To keep your Bodum salt and pepper grinder clean and free of germs, follow these steps:

Mix 4 parts water and 1 part white vinegar in a bottle with a spray nozzle. Spray the mixture on the grinder and wipe it off with a clean cloth.

Step 2: Filling the Grinder with Salt or Pepper

Filling your grinder is a straightforward process:

With a Spoon: Use a spoon to gently fill the grinder with salt or peppercorns. However, this method can be time-consuming and might not be suitable for small quantities. With Paper: Using a small paper funnel can help you fill the grinder more quickly and precisely. Roll a piece of paper into a cone shape and use it to transfer the salt or peppercorns into the grinder. With a Funnel: For a more efficient way to fill the grinder, use a funnel. Carefully pour the salt or peppercorns through the funnel, ensuring that you do not overfill the grinder.

Step 3: Setting the Grind Level

To adjust the grind level of your Bodum grinder, follow these steps:

For Coarse Grind: Turn the knob clockwise to achieve a coarser grind.

For Fine Grind: Turn the knob counterclockwise to achieve a finer grind. Remember, it's important not to turn it too tight as this can cause blockages.

Step 4: Cleaning Your Salt and Pepper Grinder After Using It

After using your grinder, it's important to clean it properly:

Empty any remaining salt or pepper from the grinder. Disassemble the grinder and gently brush the burr to remove any remaining bits. Avoid soaking the grinder, especially if it is made of wood, as soaking can damage it.

For wood grinders, you can use a mixture of equal parts olive oil and vinegar as a polish every six months. This will help clean, moisturize the wood, and reduce the visibility of small scratches. Simply spray the mixture on the grinder and wipe it off for a refreshed look!

Adjusting Your Salt and Pepper Grinder in 3 Simple Steps

Remove the Top and Dispenser: Unscrew the steel knob and remove the top wooden lid and dispenser. Fill the Spice: Fill the grinder with fresh peppercorns or salt using a funnel, or any other method you prefer. Adjust Coarseness Setting: Replace the top and adjust the knob to the desired grinding size. Turn the knob clockwise for a coarse grind and counterclockwise for a fine grind.

In some cases, the top of the grinder lifts off, allowing you to pour salt crystals and peppercorns inside. On others, you need to turn the grinder upside down and unscrew the bottom to access the compartments. Salt and pepper are usually kept in separate compartments to prevent the salt from settling at the bottom.

When using tweezers, it can be difficult and time-consuming. The teeny-tiny holes in the top make it hard, especially for those with less vision or dexterity. Referred to as grinders, but I meant shakers. Never mind.