Mashing Collection

Patent double action grinder for asbestos by Heath Robinson
A patent double-action grinder for mashing asbestos fibre - a drawing done for Turners Asbestos Cement Co by William Heath Robinson, renowned for his machines and convoluted contraptions. Date: c.1925

Comic postcard, Man behind bars. In the Asylum - mashing barmaids. Date: 20th century

Mixing the Malt, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
Mixing the Malt, 1872. Mashing malt at the Barclay, Perkins and Company brewery in Park Street, Southwark. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold

Female contortionist Diana Gaye making tea
The female contortionist Diana Gaye in the kitchen with her mother, making a pot of tea. (2 of 2) Date: 1971

Springfield Brewery, Wolverhampton - copper and mashing processes Date: 1889

Mashed Potato

Orange mixture splashed inside food processor container, side view

Electrical hand blender, side view

Celeriac puree being pressed through sieve with rubber spatula, high angle view

Tomatoes being pureed in a food processor, close up

Orange-red mixture of vegetables in a blender

Pestle and mortar, mixture of curry ingredients inside

Making wine, mashing the grapes in a bucket

Mitchells and Butlers Brewery Mashing Room
A corner of the Mashing Room at the Mitchells and Butlers Cape Hill Brewery, Smethwick, West Midlands. The malt is drawn from the store-bins by a wonderful system of Archimedian screws...thence to

Brazilians mashing turtle eggs
Native indians of Brazil cooking al fresco: mashing turtle eggs in a large trough. Date: 19th century

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"Mashing: A Blend of Artistry, Innovation, and Culinary Delights" Step into the world of mashing, where creativity meets functionality in a mesmerizing dance. From the eccentric inventions like the patent double action grinder for asbestos by Heath Robinson to the jaw-dropping contortions of Diana Gaye making tea, this captivating practice takes on various forms. Intriguingly portrayed through a comic postcard depicting a man behind bars in an asylum "mashing barmaids, " we catch a glimpse of the 20th-century's peculiar sense of humor. Yet, it is Gustave Doré's masterpiece "Mixing the Malt" that truly immerses us in the timeless artistry involved in brewing beer at Springfield Brewery. But mashing isn't limited to beverages alone; it extends its reach to culinary realms as well. Witness Diana Gaye once again as she effortlessly transforms mashed potatoes into fluffy clouds of deliciousness. The orange mixture splashed inside a food processor container reveals just how vibrant and versatile this technique can be. Enter modernity with electrical hand blenders and witness their seamless integration into our kitchens. These sleek appliances effortlessly blend ingredients together, creating harmonious symphonies of flavors that delight our taste buds. For those seeking elegance and refinement, celeriac puree being pressed through a sieve with a rubber spatula offers an exquisite visual treat from above. And let us not forget about tomatoes gracefully turning into velvety purees within the confines of a food processor – capturing nature's essence one whirl at a time. Lastly, imagine an orange-red mixture swirling inside your blender – vegetables merging their colors and textures to create something extraordinary. This kaleidoscope-like concoction perfectly encapsulates what mashing represents: endless possibilities brought together by innovation and imagination. Whether it be blending malt or crafting delectable dishes, mashing unites artistry with practicality while pushing boundaries along the way.