Is there a reason why such a sexy machine like this stores milk in a cup off to the side?
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You only need the cup if you are making cappuccino or latte. Once you have made what you need you can store the extra in the frig. I have to admit I do love this machine & the convience of one cup at a time & I get to use WHATEVER coffee I want!
222511
I guess because it would require a refrigeration unit or a detachable cleanable container.
22223
this happens with every straw cup we have when we put milk in it. i think the comment below about pressure is correct.
1660309
There is one attachment that goes inside and that is how you froth the milk.
1061087
This model has a milk frother, not sure why you would want to use a separate one.
1517264
I love this machine BUT I would not use milk in the hot shot. I believe its too hot and milk might plug up the system if not cleaned out immediately.
1813380
Probably because it would be a good water cup to use at the bathroom sink. I use it for my little girl's milk at meals.
2127317
Possible, but not optimal. There is a small hole meant for pouring contents into the lid or another cup.
588047
You might be able to lessen the qty of milk to have it "set" but it is not design for that. Works best in Trifle or with fresh fruit it is meant to be used almost liquid.
1706897
The top can but I haven't tried the bottom. Frankly, I wish I had selected another cup--this thing leks from the to[ even with the slightest angle.
1631036
You do not store the milk in the unit. You are supposed to use the supplied thermos to store the milk in a refrigerator when not in use (which you then just plug into the machine when foaming milk). Frankly, I stopped using the insulated thermos and just use the supplied longer milk tube to pull the milk from a regular milk container. I did this because the thermos a) doesn't hold that much milk if you are using making more than say two latte/cappuccinos and b) I find that the thermos clogs too often (resulting in big bubbles, etc.) and is just another thing that has to be cleaned. But the unit does foam the milk very easily (and produces very nice foam) and it does so without moving your cup. You do not store the milk in the unit. You are supposed to use the supplied thermos to store the milk in a refrigerator when not in use (which you then just plug into the machine when foaming milk). Frankly, I stopped using the insulated thermos and just use the supplied longer milk tube to pull the milk from a regular milk container. I did this because the thermos a) doesn't hold that much milk if you are using making more than say two latte/cappuccinos and b) I find that the thermos clogs too often (resulting in big bubbles, etc.) and is just another thing that has to be cleaned. But the... » Read More You do not store the milk in the unit. You are supposed to use the supplied thermos to store the milk in a refrigerator when not in use (which you then just plug into the machine when foaming milk). Frankly, I stopped using the insulated thermos and just use the supplied longer milk tube to pull the milk from a regular milk container. I did this because the thermos a) doesn't hold that much milk if you are using making more than say two latte/cappuccinos and b) I find that the thermos clogs too often (resulting in big bubbles, etc.) and is just another thing that has to be cleaned. But the unit does foam the milk very easily (and produces very nice foam) and it does so without moving your cup. « Show Less
660514
It has a built in spring to "flatten" the bag. I freeze mine first and I only use the lid to store milk since the bottom does not accommodate the bags I use(lansinoh)
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I'd be worried about scalding the milk next to the element. I added a customer image to show the element is set in the plastic. I've been considering heating a cup set in boiling water.
1076634
It is relatively labor intensive, what with heating up and cooling off the milk. Whether it's cost effective depends on how much you spend on your milk.
620742
If you are talking about the drink button, mine does not move side to side. I do believe that sounds like a defective issue...:(
1669101
You don't put milk in it. There's a steamer on the side, so you steam the milk in a separate container.
1306782
My guess is that the cup is for the part of the mixer head that holds the blade to nestle down into, so the mixer head can sit level. The bottom is closed, so that the lid closes off the bowl.
632285
I believe the milk container is made to deliver the right amount of milk for cappaccino and latte's.. I absolutely love it!!