The OXO Good Grips Good Gravy 4-Cup Fat Separator is, by far, our favorite fat separator on this list. By design, bottom-draining separators make it almost impossible to pass a lot of fatty-liquid through their valves because the fat floats on the top. Some of them have temperamental levers, but the trigger on this model is super easy to control. As you depress the trigger on the comfortable handle, it opens the silicone-lined hole in the bottom, allowing as much or as little liquid to pass as you'd like. That helps significantly in minimizing splashing, creating less mess than other models. We do not currently deliver to off-shore islands however in certain circumstances we can provide a delivery quote. Zone C

The plastic measuring cup style fat separator includes measurement markings in ounces and milliliters so you can see how much liquid you have remaining after the fat is removed. The OXO Good Grips Fat Separator is easy to clean, and all parts are dishwasher safe. If the hole isn’t plugged up, you’re going to end up with drippings all over your countertop, fat and all! OXO Good Grips designs some of the most innovative, easy-to-use, and ergonomic kitchen gadgets on the market so it's no surprise this fat separator takes our top spot. This fat separator has a drain built into the bottom of the cup so you don't have to worry about fat and liquid mixing together like with models that have to be tilted to pour. Once you’ve poured your drippings in, you again need to wait a minute or two for the fat to separate from the juices. Available in 2- and 4-cup sizes, this spouted, bottom-draining fat separator makes it easy and convenient to separate the liquid you'd like to keep from the fat. Simply place the strainer on top of the cup, put the silicone stopper in the spout, pour the liquid you'd like to separate into the strainer and wait for the fat to rise to the top. A raised shield on the the strainer eliminates splashes to minimize cleanup.As with a spouted separator, you need to make sure that the strainer lid is in place before you pour any drippings into the jug. You also need to make sure that the plug in the bottom of the jug is firmly in place. There are a few different styles of fat separators. A classic version is a simple skimming spoon that collects fat as you run it over the top of the gravy. Modern models have a few different styles as well. The bottom-spout or pitcher fat separator looks a bit like a teapot and pours like one too, though the spout is attached lower to the container. There are also bottom-drain fat separators, which use a button to lift a plug at the bottom of the container to serve the gravy, sauce, or juices inside. You only need to wait for a minute or two. You’ll know when the jug is ready to use because you’ll have a layer of fat that usually looks more transparent than the juices.

There are three primary materials used for fat separators–plastic, stainless steel, or glass. Each has their pros and cons. Glass is sturdy and beautiful, but breakable. Plastic is durable and affordable, but plastic comes in many forms and each has different strengths and weaknesses. Stainless steel is long-lasting and nearly unbreakable, but can be heavy and prone to rust. These separators will have a switch or button on the handle that opens the plug and allows juices to flow out of the bottom. You need to keep a careful eye on how low the fat level is getting. It is liable to fall out of the hole if you’re not watching it. What to Look for in a Fat Separator

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Written by Lindsay D. Mattison, Professional chef, recipe developer, and product tester with years of experience in home and restaurant kitchens. Once the lid is removed, you can unstopper the spout. As you pull the plug out, you’ll notice that the juice travels partway up the spout. This is nothing to worry about.

You’ll also want to make sure that the handle is strong and comfortable. Look for a separator that has a rubberized handle for ultimate grip and comfort. Fat separators are designed to do the hard work for you, but it's essential to choose a fat separator made from quality material that is easy to use and clean. Most fat separators are made of plastic, but some are made of glass or stainless steel, which some cooks may prefer for their durability and high heat tolerance. We considered fat separators that feature a pour spout and stopper that keeps the fat from traveling upward as well as those that offer a bottom-release feature that drains your liquid at the push of a button. We found the OXO Good Grips 4-Cup Fat Separator to be the best overall. This easy-to-use bottom-draining fat separator has a convenient pour spout and is dishwasher-safe. Wait for the rich, fat-free juices to settle to the bottom while the fat rises to the top… then remove the stopper from the spout and pour the good juices into your pan, ready to finish off your delicious gravy. Mixing can sometimes happen with spout separators because tilting the jug can agitate the juices and fats and recombine them. When you’re ready to pour, remove the strainer lid. If you leave it in, it may fall out during the pour. Also, any bits of meat or seasoning caught in the strainer will end up tipping into your bowl or pan.Ask yourself what you’re going to be using your fat separator for. If you’re cooking for just a few people, you can get by with a smaller fat separator–one that maybe holds two cups. For large gatherings, however, you may require a bigger container. Four cups is a popular size, though fat separators can go upwards of eight cups. A silicone plug keeps the drain sealed and leak-free. Owners of this model praise it for being comfortable and easy to use: simply wait for the fat to separate and then squeeze the trigger built into the handle of the cup to drain your cooking liquid away from the fat. The handle has a soft, non-slip coating to help you grip and prevent dropping if your hands happen to be a little greasy from carving a turkey or roast. A strainer is built in the lid to catch solid bits of food and the cup has easy-to-read measurement markings. This separator is dishwasher-safe for convenient cleaning. Just pour hot pan gravy into the jug – the strainer lid removes any lumps – wait a few seconds for the fat to rise to the top, then pour the gravy juices from underneath. The entrance to the spout is set really low down on the jug, so even if you’ve not made much gravy it’s easy to keep the fat from being poured out. Firstly, the spout originates from the lower portion of the jug instead of the top. This is because the fat rises to the top of the jug as it’s lighter than the juices.