Flours from commercial mills sold in groceries often have preservatives, chemicals, and other additives to prevent spoilage. The refining and processing done in the mills also rob the grains of their nutrients and taste. For these reasons, it always better to bake your bread with freshly-ground flour as this is more nutritious and better-tasting. For a small family, the Jupiter Hand Grain Mill may just be the perfect tool to a healthier life.
This German-made hand mill offers excellent performance as it grinds different kinds of grains and seeds including wheat, rice, oats, barley, rye, poppy seeds, linseed, and even coffee and spices. As its grinding mechanism consists of steel milling burrs, the Jupiter Hand Grain Mill does not generate enough friction to heat the grounds. This means that the vitamins and minerals from the grains are preserved.
A rotating white knob on the opposite end of the shaft where the crank handle is attached allows the adjustment of the texture of the grounds, with directional arrows as guides. Turn the knob clockwise for fine flour and counterclockwise for coarse or rough grounds.
The housing and the crank handle are constructed of polished glossy aluminum. The crank handle includes a wood grip for a non-slip and comfortable hold. And because it is six inches long, winding it is almost effortless.
The Jupiter Hand Grain Mill has a capacity of 170 g with a dry grain output of 4 oz a minute for coarse grounds or 2 oz for fine flour. For poppy seeds, the figure is 2 oz per minute, while rough linseed output is 0.5 oz a minute.