When you think of a kitchen torch, crème brûlée likely comes to mind -- but they’re also useful for so much more. You can char vegetables, sear meats, melt cheeses, or make s’mores in your kitchen. Kitchen torches can also be used to light up your gas stovetop or be used in art projects. Here’s a collection of the best kitchen torches for your home or business.
Sondiko Butane Torch
Fine-tune your flame
This kitchen torch is easy to light with the push of a button on the back. Once lit, you can turn the dial to keep the flame on, and adjust the intensity of the flame with the slider built into the side of the torch. The wide base also prevents it from tipping over on your countertop. You can expect temperatures up to 2500 degrees Fahrenheit with this option.
Cadrim Butane Torch
Two flames finish big tasks faster
What's better than one flame? This double-flame option helps you avoid hotspots if you're using the torch to sear meat that was cooked with the sous vide method. The torch can reach temperatures up to 2102 degrees Fahrenheit, so there's nothing it can't handle. For smaller projects, you can turn off one of the flames.
Spicy Dew Blow Torch
Extra features prevent accidents
The addition of a handguard prevents you from putting your fingers too close to the flame, which can reach 2372 degrees Fahrenheit. There’s also a safety lock, making this a good choice for a home kitchen. The tank holds 12 grams of fuel that can last up to 60 minutes, and there's a fuel gauge on the side of the handle so you'll know when it's close to refill time.
FunOwlet Butane Torch
Connects to butane cans for easy fueling
If you need a torch you can invert to reach small spaces, consider this option from FunOwlet. The nozzle connects to butane cans that have a small notch in them, so you’ll never have to fuss with a refill port. The one-touch piezo ignition turns on the flame (reaching up to 2500 degrees Fahrenheit) fast, so you can get to work right away.
Flame at your fingertips
Using a kitchen torch opens up other possibilities for your cooking techniques. We think the Sondiko Butane Torch is the best option for most people. It has a built-in safety lock and an easy-to-use dial for adjusting the flame intensity. The base lets you set it on a countertop when you’re finished using it without fear of it falling over and damaging surfaces with residual heat. Plus, reading temperatures of 2500 degrees Fahrenheit makes it one of our hottest options.
When you’re tackling larger flame-worthy tasks, consider the Cadrim Butane Torch. Two flames cover more surface area at the same time, providing you more even browning on foods. The option to turn off one flame also allows more focus on smaller tasks.
