Fresh is better. That’s typically true of all food (although there’s something to be said for the value of a good frozen pizza for example), but it’s especially important when it comes to fresh citrus juice. Bottled juice just doesn’t taste as good as fresh-squeezed; the richness and freshness are unparalleled. But the most efficient way of achieving that freshness isn’t to just squeeze a lemon with your hands. You need a good lemon press.
A lemon press, or citrus press, works to extract the most amount of juice with the least amount of effort. Just place half of a fruit into the cone-shaped chamber, pull a lever to press down and extract the juice into a container. The clone basically drills into the center of the fruit and yields all that tasty goodness, without seeds or wasting a drop.
Equal parts efficient and effective, a lemon press is going to radically change how you go about getting your lemon juice. Here are some of our favorites you can get from Amazon right now.
1. Zulay Kitchen Lemon Press
With a sturdy construction that’s capable of withstanding dozens and dozens of trips through the dishwasher, this upright press from Zulay Kitchen can handle all kinds of fruit with ease. The juice extractor itself provides the optimal amount of liquid without ever pulling through seeds or needless pulp from the inside of a fruit, as its stainless steel blades can make efficient work out of lemons, limes and even grapefruits. The ergonomic pull handle is comfortable and easy to use, making the whole press a breeze.
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2. VIVOHOME Lemon Press
If you’ve never used a lemon press before or are looking to upgrade from a hand press, this option from VIVOHOME is a good value purchase to get you started without having to make a considerable investment. The rubber ergonomic handle requires little force to extract the juice, while high-end construction elements (cast iron and stainless-steel) mean it’ll last for the long haul. Plus, everything is detachable, which will make cleaning a breeze.
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3. Moongiantgo Hand Press Citrus Juicer
Lemon presses take up a lot of counter space. Because of this you’ll want one that looks good. Enter Moongiantgo’s stainless-steel press. The easy-to-use (and clean) device is about as solid as they come, but what really sets it apart is its gleaming silver design. Great for those looking to juice in style, it’ll stand out in any kitchen.
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4. Breville Electric Lemon Press
If you’d rather do without a manual press altogether, this electric lemon press from Breville is the way to go. A simple pulldown level starts the extraction process, providing just the right amount of pressure needed to fully get all the nutrients out of a given fruit. The drip spout can be aimed to funnel the juice directly into a cup of your choosing. Breville’s juicer also has a one size fits all cone that will tackle citrus fruits of all sizes without you have to remove or replace anything. In short, simplicity and ease of use are the name of the game here.
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