Unlock Bold Flavours with a Stone Mortar and Pestle
Homemade spice blends often taste richer than store-bought ones. The secret is a handcrafted stone mortar and pestle. The many Types of Stone Mortar and Pestle help release deeper flavours and aromas.
A mortar and pestle lets you crush and grind ingredients by hand. This slow process releases natural oils and aromas. Blenders cannot replicate this. Every curry, chutney, or masala becomes fresh and authentic.
Why Use a Stone Mortar and Pestle?
- Better Flavour: Hand-crushing spices releases oils that make dishes more aromatic.
- Versatile: Use it for spices, herbs, garlic, nuts, or curry pastes.
- Authentic Taste: Recreate traditional, restaurant-style flavours at home.
The coarse surface ensures spices are crushed just right. The texture and taste cannot be achieved by machines.
Types of Stone Mortar and Pestle
1. Traditional Stone Mortar
The classic choice for generations. It enhances flavours that modern appliances cannot match.
Material: 100% natural stone
Colour: Rustic grey
Sizes: Large, Medium, Small
Uses:
- Grinding spices
- Crushing herbs and Ayurvedic mixes
- Preparing ginger–garlic pastes
- Crushing nuts and seeds
- Making spice rubs and marinades
- Quick tasks like garlic or chilli
2. Modern Stone Mortar
A clean, contemporary design without losing traditional flavour. Perfect for modern kitchens.
Material: 100% natural stone
Colour: Smooth grey
Uses:
- Grinding spices
- Making chutneys and herb pastes
- Preparing curry bases
- Crushing nuts and seeds
- Blending spice rubs
- Quick garlic or chilli tasks
3. Kalvam Grinding Stone
Traditional South Indian cooking at home. Slow, cold grinding preserves flavour, aroma, and nutrients.
Material: Natural stone / granite
Colour: Black-grey rustic
Sizes:
- Boat Shape (Big)
- 10 Inch
- 8 Inch
Uses:
- Grinding fresh herbs
- Making Ayurvedic pastes
- Crushing whole spices
- Preparing ginger, garlic, and curry masalas
- Grinding nuts and seeds
4. Rubbing Stone
Modern, minimalistic, and perfect for skincare or herbal preparations.
Material: 100% natural stone
Colour: Soft grey
Uses:
- Rubbing turmeric for skincare
- Grinding sandalwood
- Preparing Ayurvedic pastes
- Making face packs or beauty mixtures
- Extracting herbal essence
- Rubbing vetiver, rosewood, or neem
At Twin Palmyra, we celebrate handcrafted tools that preserve flavour and add natural charm to your kitchen.
A stone mortar and pestle is more than a tool—it is a culinary experience. Every crush unlocks aroma, flavour, and tradition.
Bring tradition home with Twin Palmyra’s handcrafted kitchen essentials.
