Equipped with a powerful 650-watt motor and a four-plane stainless-steel blade, the Black & Decker Cyclone 12-Speed Blender (BLC12650H) works great for whipping up creamy smoothies, pureeing lentil soup, mixing salsa, and more. Push-button controls offer 12 speed settings, plus pulse for an extra burst of power or to crush ice when making margaritas or other frozen beverages. In addition, the included 48-ounce glass blending jar features a contoured shape that keeps ingredients flowing cyclone-style into the mixing blades.

The 48-ounce capacity jar also provides a generous easy-grip handle, measuring marks up the side, a tight-fitting lid with a removable measuring-cup insert, and a non-drip perfect-pour spout. For safety, the jar must be securely locked into place for the appliance to operate.