Product Review: The Mojito Company 12" Maple Muddler

I had initially placed the tequila post and Russian vodka post next to each other, but upon further review I decided to place a review of a muddler I bought recently in between as a buffer. I can get pretty critical of business practices and didn’t want the blog to get too dramatic. For the record, I drink spirits from several companies I am critical of and do not plan on stopping. I just like to provide a cautionary voice for the industry and support those companies that maintain their independence and focus on distinction. That said; the muddler…

The Mojito Company
12″ Maple Muddler
Price: $14.95

I chose the 12″ maple muddler from the Mojito Company because of the price and functionality. The muddler also is varnish free, which is a very important characteristic of a good muddler. The varnish has the potential to wear off and may even begin affecting your drinks, so avoid them altogether. Unfortunately, these muddlers are the most common so you may have to look, or as I did, purchase off the net.

I also love how the riveted base keeps the fruit from sliding up the side of the glass. This is not an issue that occurs often when making my cocktails, but the wide base also helps the muddling process. By providing a wide surface area on the base of the muddler, it is easier to avoid over muddling mint leaves and fruit.

The handle is also very comfortable. As the handle reaches the top of the muddler it expands, allowing for a more secure control of the muddler. The muddler’s length is also useful. Allowing for muddling n nearly any style glass or even some of the larger cocktail pitchers I own. However, the size does not make the muddler to wide as it fits into skinnier glasses. I’m not usually one for brand placement, but the branding sunk into the wood of the muddler is done well and not gaudy.

I would recommend picking up this muddler if you are looking for one. If you want to go all out get a traditional Brazilian muddler or opt for the Mojito Company’s redwood one, but I think that this model works well, maintains the classic wood look and feel, and is a great all-around product. I attached the link for the one I got below as well as some alternatives I also considered to provide an equal perspective as well as an article Robert Hess did about muddlers over at the Spirit World.