milk can

If you like to make cappuccino, latte macchiato, or flat white with your portafilter machine, you'll need at least a milk jug. Some fully automatic coffee machines also have a milk nozzle, which you can use to manually froth milk. A milk jug allows you to froth milk in a controlled manner and pour it into the cup. Various models are available in different colors, shapes, and materials.

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Milk jug from Süssmund Kaffee

Rhinowares stainless steel milk jug

Rhinowares stainless steel milk jug

Rhinowares milk jugs are all made of stainless steel, which is suitable for use in the food industry. Their high thermal conductivity allows you to always accurately judge the temperature of the milk. The jugs feature a particularly ergonomic handle and a fine spout that allows you to pour latte art with precision.

The milk jugs can be cleaned in the dishwasher or by hand with a little dish soap. Be careful not to scrub the jugs with rough materials, as these could scratch the surface. Browse through our selection and find the perfect jug to bring you a little closer to your perfect cup of latte.

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Froth milk like a pro

Frothing milk isn't rocket science, but there are a few things to keep in mind. Always use cold, fresh milk; it froths easiest, and you have plenty of time for the milk to heat up. First, fill the milk jug to the bottom of the spout.

Next, position the steam wand at a 60-degree angle to the floor, through the nose of the milk jug, about 2 cm below the surface, and 1 cm from the wall at 3 or 9 o'clock. This ensures a circular rotation of the milk in the jug from the start.

You gently suck in the air right at the beginning, while the milk is below 38 degrees Celsius. After opening the valve, you simply need to move the milk jug downwards slightly until you hear a hissing sound. At this point, air is sucked into the milk and the milk volume increases. This process should be completed when the volume has increased by a third and the milk has reached body temperature. Only then will there be enough time to incorporate the air into a silky milk foam.

To do this, move the milk jug slightly upwards along the steam wand until the nozzle is again 2 cm below the surface. The position of the steam wand in the jug remains unchanged at 3 or 9 o'clock. Now the milk rotates without taking in any more air until it reaches 65 degrees Celsius. If you froth the milk at a higher temperature, the lactose will burn, and the milk will lose its sweetness. You'll also burn yourself while drinking it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which milk jug do you need for a cappuccino or latte macchiato?

A cappuccino consists of a simple espresso (25-30 ml) and 125 ml of foamed milk. Therefore, a small milk jug with a capacity of 360 ml is sufficient for preparing a cappuccino.

A latte macchiato or caffe latte consists of a simple espresso (25-30 ml) and approximately 225 ml of foamed milk. A small 360 ml milk jug is also sufficient for this. However, the milk jug will fill up, and you need to be careful not to overflow.

Which milk jug is suitable for multiple milk coffee drinks?

If you want to prepare several cappuccinos or caffe lattes at once, you should use two milk jugs to distribute the foam evenly. Therefore, we recommend using a small milk jug and a medium milk jug with a capacity of 600 ml.

After frothing in the larger jug, pour about a third of the milk into the second. Then pour the first drink. Combine the remaining milk from both jugs in the smaller milk jug and pour the second drink. This ensures the milk foam is evenly distributed between both lattes. Make sure to work quickly and swirl the milk jug several times. This prevents the milk and foam from separating, and you maintain a homogenous, silky foam until you begin pouring.