One of the wiliest dragons to slay in the home espresso universe is milk steaming -- there are basic tenets one must follow, but from there it's just practice, practice, practice. The kind of machine you're using will play a big part in your milk frothing success, as well as whether or not you're working with a traditional wand vs. a panarello or a steam boiler vs. a thermoblock. Gail walks us through tips, tricks and things to keep in mind when steaming your milk, either for the 'wet paint' texture for latte art or the dense, shaving cream microfoam for cappuccinos. Watch her demonstrate best practice on the Rocket Giotto and the Saeco Via Venezia.
Milk Steaming Tips
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