will this make a stiff froth? I currently have the Aero Latte brand and it is not performing very well, extremely slow and not stiff milk foam, limp
2047578
I doubt if it's capable of a stiff froth. There appears to be a number of variables that affect the final result. I find that a larger volume of milk ( warmed for cappuccino ) with froth a bit stiffer than a lesser amount. I use my device because it requires far less cleanup work than the espresso machine steamer. Yes it does take a while for any semblance of froth to develop an no it will not be stiff, but, it is adequate for the ease of cleanup .
2047579
Yes it does. I warm 2percent milk (half cup or so) in a 2 cup Pyrex container in microwave. Then immerse Kuissential in the milk and turn on. Makes nice froth for cappuccino. Great little machine!
2047580
This seems to work well as long as the batteries are charged. When it starts to lose battery power it doesn't make as stiff of a foam. Kind of a pain but for the price it's alright with me.
2047581
Most of the time I can get a pretty stiff froth--almost microbubbles. A few times it's failed and I end up with a small amount of large bubbles. Can't say why the difference. Definitely works better with warm milk rather than cold, at least for me. (I should say that I am limited to using a mixture of part half-and-half and part water; don't have skim milk, which would undoubtedly work better.)
904283
If it's slightly different, it is likely a paddle for lattes. It's designed to produce a bit less froth.
180118
I have not tried either, I don't actually recommend this unit but I highly recommend Capresso 202.04 froth plus! This unit is esthetically pleading but MUCH hard to clean, I recommend the less expensive model, I use mine daily but sorry, haven't tried anything but regular milk.
180115
I Have tried this with the almond milk and I didn't like it, didn't do so well. My problem with this frother is that the finish is coming off and I don't like that even though I don't scrub it with anything harsh. Love the way it froths tho. Wish I could get one with a stainless steel finish.
1620373
It just froths it up. If you like lattes, warm up some milk in a mug then froth it with the aerolatte. Slowly pour your coffee in the mug. Yum.
1677391
It doesn't get really hot, but it is hot. I use the attachment that makes it a fluffy froth and it makes a fabulous latte type coffee. I love the frother so much, I take it on vacation with me. It can also make a cold froth for iced coffee.
1117474
I'm having the same problem. I bought this specifically to froth almond milk and it doesn't at all - not even close.
2105079
I have a milk frother and am a bit familiar with this unit so am going to answer from that perspective. Unless you're making lattes for multiple people I would not consider this a great option. You would have to have a very deep pan to froth milk as you have to really get a good cyclonic action going. A deep metal cup commonly advertised by Amazon as purcased by people purchasing this (http://www.amazon.com/Dozenegg-Commercial-Grade-Stainless-30-Ounce/dp/B000KDWG7W/ref=pd_bxgy_k_text_y) would work. A frother is much smaller and simpler to put in a regular drinking cup and I like using it as I'm drinking my drink to froth it again as I go. I purchased the Aerolatte Milk Frother here on Amazon and am happy with it for not just frothing my coffee but also mixing coco, powder mixes for any number of things i.e. protein drinks, salad dressing; mixing cornstarch to any small amount of liquid to make a thickener vs whipping it, once I get that small amount mixed, then I put that small amount I have mixed with a larger amount of whatever I want to thicken and it's a breeze to blind without fear of lumps. If I had this unit with the whisk I would at least try that!
1117473
Yes. Almond,milk does froth quite nicely. Froth is thick but not stiff. Very nice for latte.
2155294
There is a professional fine foam frother designed for the C-5... It's expensive and I've found that it doesn't work that well.
1400366
Yes, to brew coffee with froth you use the "cafe latte" setting.The heat & froth setting is to RE-heat and RE-froth only.Maybe the whisk doesn't work properly on the "cafe latte" setting.?Maybe the type of milk you're using is reducing the amount of froth you're receiving.?Either way, the froth and coffee should be brewing together and if it's not, then the item is not working properly.
567914
Strange. The "frothing wand" should spin when using the cafe latte setting--just as it does in the heat & froth setting. If it's not it may be defective.
655401
Yes!! It works amazingly well. I have had this machine for over a year now and Iove it!! Friends frequently want just the frothed milk and they are amazed at how perfect every drink turns out. Every cup is hot and perfect. I do maintain it well though; whenever it says to descale the machine I do as instructed. Very easy to maintaine. I would never live without one now and it paid for itself after six months!!
943387
I've tried many different espresso/cappuccino makers over the years and none of the frother attachments were very good. Initially they were ok but they all got worse over time even with frequent cleaning of the frothing tube. I found the best way to froth the milk is to heat the milk first (in microwave or stove top) then place the milk in one of those French Press coffeemakers and pump the press up and down until the milk froths (pump about 8-12 times). It works every time regardless of the the type of milk you use (whole, 2%, 1% or skim). I hope that helps!
468995
In my opinion, this is a terrible frother! I thought my machine was defective and got a replacement one with the same issue. I sent mine in and Nespresso found nothing wrong with it but the milk came out watery with a small amt of bubbles on top. The aeroccino plus I had frother really well so I knew what the froth should've looked like. I would not get this is you are expecting thick froth.
1504006
The Aerroccino frother makes the most thick and amazing sweet foam you've ever had with no work - other than keeping the unit clean. We have been using our C100 for about a month and a half now and simply love it.
1335785
Pretty hard to get up to the speed to froth milk. It's a great kitchen gadget, but in my opinion..not the best one for milk. You would probably end up wearing the milk.