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product_id: 333099606
title: "Genuine Handmade Mexican Mortar and Pestle, Molcajete de Piedra Natural Volcanica Stone, Heavy & Durable, Perfect for Homemade Salsas, Guacamole, and other Molcajete Plates | Made in Mexico (8 Inches)"
brand: "festmex"
price: "1656 kr"
currency: DKK
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Festmex"
url: https://www.desertcart.dk/products/333099606-genuine-handmade-mexican-mortar-and-pestle-molcajete-de-piedra-natural
store_origin: DK
region: Denmark
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# 100% natural volcanic rock 8.5-inch diameter, 3.63 kg weight Heat-resistant for oven use Genuine Handmade Mexican Mortar and Pestle, Molcajete de Piedra Natural Volcanica Stone, Heavy & Durable, Perfect for Homemade Salsas, Guacamole, and other Molcajete Plates | Made in Mexico (8 Inches)

**Brand:** festmex
**Price:** 1656 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌶️ Elevate your kitchen game with the volcanic power of tradition!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Genuine Handmade Mexican Mortar and Pestle, Molcajete de Piedra Natural Volcanica Stone, Heavy & Durable, Perfect for Homemade Salsas, Guacamole, and other Molcajete Plates | Made in Mexico (8 Inches) by festmex
- **How much does it cost?** 1656 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.dk](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/333099606-genuine-handmade-mexican-mortar-and-pestle-molcajete-de-piedra-natural)

## Best For

- festmex enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted festmex brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Heavy-Duty & Durable:** Robust 3.63 kg weight and heat-resistant stone ensure longevity and versatility, perfect for grinding or oven use without wear.
- • **Lifetime Culinary Investment:** Includes easy curing instructions and backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee, making it a timeless addition to your kitchen arsenal.
- • **Authentic Mexican Craftsmanship:** Hand-carved by skilled artisans from volcanic rock sourced near Popocatepetl volcano, each piece is uniquely imperfect and rich in heritage.
- • **Flavor-Enhancing Grinding Surface:** Natural porous volcanic stone preserves and intensifies the aroma and texture of spices, herbs, and fresh ingredients for gourmet results.
- • **Multi-Functional Kitchen Essential:** Ideal for preparing guacamole, salsas, pestos, and even grinding nuts, seeds, and coffee beans—your all-in-one culinary powerhouse.

## Overview

This Genuine Handmade Mexican Molcajete is crafted from authentic volcanic lava stone, measuring 8.5 inches in diameter and weighing 3.63 kg. Hand-carved by expert Mexican artisans, it offers a durable, heat-resistant surface perfect for grinding spices, herbs, and making fresh salsas or guacamole. Its natural porous texture enhances flavor extraction, while its robust build ensures it lasts a lifetime. A versatile, culturally rich kitchen tool designed for the modern culinary enthusiast.

## Description

Prepare authentic dishes with this beautiful handcrafted molcajete mortar and pestle set, from Festmex. UNIQUE:Beautifully handcrafted from top-quality volcanic rock by one of Mexico's most skilled artisans. Due to the nature of stone carving, there may be small variations in each piece, adding to their handmade, slightly imperfect charm. Created from solidified lava, Jalisco's volcanic rock is recognized worldwide for its properties. HEAVY AND DURABLE:Large 8"" Molcajete mortar with included pestle. Because of the natural characteristics of the volcanic rock, it is ideal for grinding, in addition to it's resistance to heat. Perfect for use in the oven to cook or gratin your best dishes. VERSATILITY:Use it as a centerpiece to present your hot or cold dishes such as guacamole, cheese gratin, cuts of meat in stew, salsas and more. It is also a useful kitchen tool to grind and crush spices, herbs, salt, coffee beans, and prepare countless authentic dishes, bringing out the full flavor and aroma of all the cooking ingredients. SATISFACTION GUARANTEE:Festmex covers your purchase with our 100% money-back guarantee for any defects in quality or worksmanship. If our product fails to meet your expectations, just email us for a hassle-free replacement or refund. Included with your product you will receive instructions on how to cure your mortar. Molcajete Mortar measurements: 8"" Diameter x 4 3/8"" H, Total Weight 7.9 lbs (including pestle). handmade bowl

Review: Perfeito, é uma obra de arte, vem muito bem embalado, parabéns pelo trabalho.
Review: Great product. Should of brought years ago.

## Features

- 🌋 GENUINE HAND CARVED IN MEXICO: Made from Natural Volcanic Rock from the Popocatepetl Volcano
- 🌶️ USES: The volcanic stone provides the ideal grinding surface for spices or making delicious fresh 🥑Guacamole, but also pulverize nuts, seeds, ginger root and garlic and make homemade salad dressing, sauces and condiments, such as fresh mustard, pesto, salsa, chutneys and more. Widely used in pharmacies and apothecaries as well.
- 📏MEASUREMENTS: Molcajete (Mortar) measures approx. 8-1/2-inch diameter by 5-inches tall; Tejolote is approx. 4-inches long with a 2-1/2-inch diameter grinding end (Measurements are Approximate since the Molcajetes are 100% Individually ✋Handmade)
- 🌶️ CURING YOUR MORTERO: The mortar includes a card with easy instructions on How to Cure the Molcajete. Rest assure that these molcajetes are made to last a lifetime.
- 🌶️ The molcajete (machucador) has been used for Thousands of years as the way to crush, grind and powder herbs and dry spices. Contrary to an electric grinder or crusher, the age-old, durable, traditional manual grinding method ensures that all cooking ingredients bring out their full flavor and aroma profiles, allowing you to further control their texture and make delicious, chunk-free dishes.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | FESTMEX |
| Model Number | MOL-0 |
| Color | Volcanic Stone |
| Diameter | 8.5 Inches |
| Material | Lava Stone |
| Special Features | 100% Handmade, 100% Volcanic Stone, Made by Mexican Artisans |
| Item Weight | 3.63 Kilograms |

## Product Details

- **Material:** Lava Stone
- **Brand:** FESTMEX
- **Colour:** Volcanic Stone
- **Finish type:** 100% Volcanic Stone
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 20.3 x 20.3 x 12.7 centimeters

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do I know this is 100% volcanic stone?**
A: Hello
You can verify from the original box, it is 100% Volcanic Stone .
We ship directly from South America

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by S***A on 21 November 2024*

Perfeito, é uma obra de arte, vem muito bem embalado, parabéns pelo trabalho.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***R on 20 December 2025*

Great product. Should of brought years ago.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***Y on 5 March 2025*

This molcajete is great! Love it. It was a gift and i was just a little disappointed it didn’t come with instructions on how to cure/season it (It said it would in the description)

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*Last updated: 2026-01-23*