# Hand-Carved Olive Wood Mortar and Pestle

There's something grounding about crushing fresh garlic, peppercorns, or rosemary by hand, with the scent rising as you work. Each of these mortar and pestle sets is hand-carved from dense olive wood by skilled woodworkers at Choixe, and the swirling grain means no two are alike. It's the kind of kitchen tool that stays on the counter because it's too pretty to put away.

### Details

-   Hand-carved from solid olive wood, a very hard wood well suited to grinding
-   Thick pestle with a wide grip for control, and a rounded head for an even press
-   Medium: about 4.5 in across, great for spices, herbs, and garlic
-   Large: about 6 in across, roomy enough for pesto, guacamole, and spice blends
-   Natural grain and color vary from piece to piece

### Made to Last

Built thick and sturdy, it's an heirloom-style piece for everyday cooking and a thoughtful gift for the home cook in your life.

### Care

Hand wash with warm water and dry right away. Don't soak or put it in the dishwasher. Rub in a little food-safe mineral oil now and then to keep the wood rich.

## Details

- **Price:** 52.0 USD - 82.0 USD
- **Vendor:** Choixe
- **Type:** Mortar and Pestle
- **Tags:** gifts for cooks, hand carved, kitchen tools, mortar and pestle, olive wood

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Medium 4.5in diameter | 52.00 USD | In stock |
| Large 6in diameter | 82.00 USD | In stock |

## Images

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- Hand-Carved Olive Wood Mortar and Pestle
- Olive wood mortar and pestle benefits: beautiful presentation, natural antimicrobial properties, durability, and resistance to staining and odors

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> Source: [Bluebird Backyard Retreat](https://www.bluebirdbackyardretreat.com/products/olive-wood-rustic-mortar-and-pestle)
> Updated: 2026-09-24