Whether this garlic press is hand-held or placed on the countertop, garlic is pressed through the hopper into a removable spoon built directly in the base of the unit, making it easy to transfer garlic from press to your recipe. The non-slip base of the press ensures stability if you use on countertop. The removable spoon holds 1 tbsp. of crushed garlic. Easy to clean, the garlic press is dishwasher safe and comes with a 25-year warranty.