Microplane
Microplane Premium Classic Zester Grater
Best precision tool for home cooks and professional chefs alike.
Elevate your culinary creations with the Microplane Premium Classic Series Zester Grater. Designed for precision and ease, this tool effortlessly zests citrus, grates hard cheeses, chocolate, and spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Its ultra-sharp, photo-etched blades are crafted from surgical-grade stainless steel, ensuring long-lasting sharpness and rust resistance. The ergonomic, soft-touch handle provides a comfortable grip, while the non-slip rubber feet offer stability during use. This versatile grater is dishwasher safe for convenient cleaning and includes a protective safety cover for secure storage. The original Premium Classic Zester, renowned for its long, narrow design and ultra-sharp photo-etched stainless-steel blade made in the USA, transformed grating. Equipped with 400 micro-teeth, it excels at zesting citrus, grating hard cheese, chocolate, ginger, garlic, nutmeg, truffle, spices, nuts, and more. It cuts precisely without crushing, allowing aromas to develop fully and flavours to intensify. Food glides effortlessly across the etched surface without sticking. This essential tool for professionals and enthusiasts offers fast, efficient grating with consistent results. Its ergonomic soft-touch grip ensures comfort, while rubber feet protect surfaces. Renowned for its exceptional sharpness, this tool effortlessly zests citrus fruits, grates hard cheeses, chocolate, garlic, ginger, and nutmeg. Its ergonomic handle ensures a comfortable grip, while the razor-sharp stainless steel blade cuts food precisely without tearing or shredding. Designed for both efficiency and ease, it's dishwasher safe for convenient cleanup and features a protective cover for safe storage. Perfect for home cooks and professional chefs alike, it brings professional-grade performance to your kitchen. This Microplane Zester Grater features an updated premium soft-touch ergonomic handle and non-scratch end tabs for enhanced comfort and stability. Its surgical-grade stainless steel blade effortlessly grates hard cheeses into fine wisps, perfect for dishes like spaghetti or Caesar salad. It's also ideal for zesting citrus to add natural flavors to desserts and vinaigrettes. This versatile tool is recommended for grating garlic, ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon, making it a favorite among chefs and home cooks for its precision and ease of use. The zester is top-rack dishwasher safe for convenient cleaning.
$12.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
2
/ 693
#2 in Food Graters & Zesters
Price vs Category Average
-54%
Below average
Blade Material
Surgical Grade Stainless Steel
/ Surgical Grade Stainless Steel
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking effortless, precise grating performance
- Chefs preparing large batches requiring extended, comfortable use
- Bakers and cocktail enthusiasts prioritizing vibrant, pith-free citrus zest
Who should skip it
- Safety-conscious users wary of sharp, difficult-to-clean blades
- Organized cooks prone to misplacing small kitchen accessories
- Budget-minded shoppers seeking affordable, multi-purpose kitchen tools
Performance breakdown
Cutting Precision
Photo-etched teeth slice through ingredients cleanly without tearing or crushing fibers.
Ergonomic Comfort
Soft-touch handle provides a secure, fatigue-free grip during repetitive grating tasks.
Versatility
Handles everything from delicate citrus zest to tough nutmeg with ease.
Stability
Non-slip rubber feet keep the tool firmly anchored on cutting boards.
Build Quality
Surgical-grade stainless steel ensures long-term sharpness and resistance to rust.
Maintenance Ease
Dishwasher-safe design makes cleanup simple after handling sticky or aromatic ingredients.
Key Specs
Blade Material
Surgical Grade Stainless Steel
Handle Material
Soft Touch
Country of Origin
USA
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Includes
Plastic safety cover
Blade
Photo-etched, ultra-sharp stainless-steel
Dimensions
32.5 x 3.50 x 3.00 cm
Grating surface dimensions
20.3 x 2.5 cm
Features
- Ultra-sharp stainless steel blade for effortless grating
- Ergonomic handle for comfortable and secure grip
- Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning
- Includes a protective cover for safe storage
- Durable construction for long-lasting use
- Razor-sharp blades for efficient zesting and grating
- Non-slip rubber feet for enhanced stability
- Durable 18/8 stainless steel construction
- Designed to zest citrus without grating the bitter pith
- Ideal for hard cheeses, chocolate, and spices
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Microplane Premium Classic Zester Grater, focusing primarily on its exceptional sharpness. This feature enables effortless, fine grating of ingredients like citrus zest, hard cheeses, ginger, and nutmeg, avoiding mashing. Many consider it an essential kitchen upgrade, replacing inferior tools. The comfortable, secure grip provided by the ergonomic handle is also frequently highlighted. Reviewers note its impressive durability, maintaining performance over years. While the initial cost is sometimes mentioned, the consensus is that its superior longevity and effectiveness provide excellent value. It is celebrated as a top tier gadget that significantly enhances the cooking experience.
Know before you buy
Yes. Because the photo-etched teeth are designed to cut precisely rather than shred, you can easily zest just the colorful outer skin of lemons, limes, and oranges while leaving the bitter white pith behind.
Yes, the Microplane Premium Classic Zester is top-rack dishwasher safe. However, hand washing is often recommended to maintain the sharpness of the blades for as long as possible.
This zester is highly versatile and excels at grating hard cheeses like Parmesan, whole spices like nutmeg and cinnamon, fresh ginger, garlic, chocolate, and citrus zest. It is not intended for soft cheeses or vegetables.
Yes, it includes a plastic protective cover. Given how sharp the surgical-grade stainless steel teeth are, we recommend keeping the cover on whenever the tool is not in use to protect your fingers and the blade itself.
Unlike a box grater, which often tears or shreds food, this zester uses 400 tiny, razor-sharp teeth to cut ingredients into fine, consistent wisps. This process helps release the natural oils and aromas of your ingredients, resulting in more intense flavor.
The handle features an ergonomic, soft-touch grip designed to reduce hand fatigue. Combined with the non-slip rubber feet at the base, the tool remains stable and comfortable even when you are grating larger quantities.
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