How to steam milk walk-through video
This video focuses on how to steam your milk, developing a creamy delicious velvet smooth milk for a cappuccino, flat white or late.
Coffee machine: Rancilio Silvia
your host: James | Bay Beans coffee
If you would like more info, contact us for advice.
Coffee machine: Rancilio Silvia
your host: James | Bay Beans coffee
If you would like more info, contact us for advice.
How to steam milk for a flat white or cappuccino
- Before you begin, ensure to read your machine’s instruction guide for optimum results.
- Turn the steam wand on for approximately 3 seconds to clear the valve of any excess moisture, turn steam off.
- Fill 1/3 of your milk jug with cold fresh milk. (Try keeping your milk jug in the fridge).
- Place the tip of the wand approximately 1-2 cms below the milk surface and turn the steam on full.
- Slowly lower the jug until the wand is just breaking the surface of the milk. After approx 20 seconds, the milk will get to 35c, (which you will know by feeling the side of the container to match you body temp).
- Submerge the wand below the surface and hold the jug on a 45 degree angle, creating a whirlpool effect in the milk.
- Allow the milk to heat to 68-72 degrees. (You should be able to touch the base of the jug but not leave your hand there).
- Wipe the steam wand with a damp cloth after every use.
- Allow the milk jug to sit for 1 minute before pouring into your coffee. Hold the froth back in your pour to create a flat white, or add froth for a cappuccino.
- get creative if you want by adding some latte art - quite a skill.
