If you're looking for a small blender and I mean small - 4" - to be exact, for blending protein drinks or icy beverages to take on your morning commute, this Hamilton Beach single-serve blender may be the perfect thing. Though it's low wattage, it can handle ice nicely. And you can make one for your travel companion too - it comes with two jars and travel lids. Learn more about this cool little blender and how it performed in my Hamilton Beach Single-Serve Blender Model 51102 Review.
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