How to Use a Muddler
- Put herbs or fruit in the bottom of a sturdy glass or tin, with sugar or syrup.
- Press and twist gently. For mint, a few light presses are enough.
- For citrus, press firmly to squeeze juice and oils from the peel.
Tip
Mint should be bruised, not destroyed. Shredded leaves release bitter chlorophyll.
What to Look For
Unvarnished wood or food-safe plastic, long enough for a shaker tin.