The best blenders in the US: for smoothies, frozen drinks and more

I tested more than a dozen blenders in Brooklyn, including from Vitamix and Breville for budget, size, mulch factor, speed and whether they had plastic or glass jars In the UK? Check out Filter UK’s top-rated blenders here There are few breakfasts that feel as healthy and refreshing as the ever-mutable smoothie. You can make them virtuous, with lots of greens and nut milk, or luscious, with full-fat dairy and cocoa powder – but in order to make a good one, you need a really good blender.

And while smoothies are the classic use for a blender, these appliances can do so much more; a truly great blender is a kitchen workhorse that can make your morning smoothie, your afternoon dip, your evening soup and even a frozen drink if you’re feeling frisky. Best overall blender : Breville Fresh & Furious The v ery best blender (luxury) : Vitamix 5200 Best glass blender (also best for ice crushing) : KitchenAid Pure Power Blender with Glass Jar Best glass blender under $100 : Hamilton Beach Smoothie Start Glass Blender…