Grapefruit spoon

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Note the serrated tip of the spoon and characteristic handle

A grapefruit spoon is usually similar in design to a teaspoon with a serrated front edge, the intent of the serrations being to separate the grapefruit from the rind.

[edit] Handle

Grapefruit spoons generally have a characteristic bamboo or wooden handle, which facilitates removing the flesh of the fruit by providing a solid grip. It is unknown why other, more modern grips are not used in its place; however, this standardization does make this otherwise unassuming utensil rather distinguishable from normal spoons.

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