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FOR THE TABLE
Morton Salt ($1.30) – Made for a shaker, the tiny, cube-shaped crystals dissolve quickly over food and won’t clump in the bottle.

FOR COOKING
Diamond Crystal Kosher ($4) – Preferred by chefs, the light, flat crystals have a neutral salty flavor.

FOR BAKING
LaBaleine Fine Sea Salts ($7) – Accuracy is essential in baking. The uniform crystals incorporate easily into batters and doughs.

FOR FINISHING
Maldon Sea Salt Flakes ($5) – Pyramid-shaped flakes add a delicate crunch to seared meats, scrambled eggs and chocolate desserts.

FOR COCKTAILS
Jacobsen Classic Margarita Salt ($13, williams-sonoma.com) – The rim-gripping flakes make drinks pop, enhancing sweetness and balancing bitterness.