What Is The UK’s Best Kitchen Blowtorche?
In this guide, we’ll take a look at the best kitchen blowtorches. We’ve compared functionality, performance, safety and cost to give you our top recommendations.
Kitchen Blowtorche Reviews
Kitchen Blowtorch Buying Guide
Whether you want to char bell peppers, caramelise some meringue, or get that perfect crack to your brulee, what you need is a reliable blowtorch! Whilst there are plenty of models on the market, and they’re growing ever more popular thanks to food-tv, there are a few things you should consider:
Ease of use
Blowtorches need to light quickly and easily, each and every time you light them. Look for the standard Piezo ignition; this will be more reliable than other designs. Also look for blowtorches that remain on without you having to hold the trigger, otherwise be prepared for hand-cramp!
Fuel gauge
There’s nothing more irritating than running out of steam, or gas in this case. Don’t let this surprise ruin your culinary dreams, look for blowtorches with an easy-to-read fuel gauge, and as large a capacity as you can afford, between 12-16g is ideal.
Safety
Stable bases, child-safety locks, two-part ignitions, and anti-flare technology are just some of the claims blowtorches will promote. Essentially it comes down to make sure there are safety features built in, otherwise nasty burns to yourself, your food, or your kitchen could result.
Ease of refill
Most blowtorches will refill through the base. You’ll invert the torch and insert the butane can with a long plastic snout into the hole, and as you depress the can, the gas will enter the tank. This is how simple it should be, avoid blowtorches that are more complicated, as they can result in gas burns, spills, or other accidents.