The Hamilton Beach Wave Crusher Blender is the perfect tool for creating smooth, delicious drinks and meals. The patented Wave-Action system, in combination with stainless steel blades, works to continuously pull the mixture into the blades, resulting in consistently smooth results. Whether you're making a smoothie, shake, or icy drink, this blender has you covered. With a 40-ounce glass jar, this blender is perfect for parties or making a pitcher of drinks for the whole family. The 12 blending functions, including pulse, give you the flexibility to mix your ingredients to your desired consistency. The blender is also perfect for blending soups or making purees. The easy-pour spout eliminates drips, making cleaning up a breeze. The lid, blades, and jar are dishwasher safe, and the base comes with storage for the cord. The Wave-Action system ensures that the mixture is continually forced into the blades for consistent results, eliminating the need for stirring. The patented Ice Sabre blades are powerful enough to crush two tons of ice, making them capable of handling large, frozen ingredients with ease. The 40 oz. glass jar features a unique spout with a hinged cap for easy, no-mess pouring, and it closes securely for spill-resistant storage of leftovers.