April 18, 2025 Coffee Equipment Column
As home coffee culture flourishes, 4-in-1 milk frothers have emerged as kitchen essentials. Discover how to transform this versatile tool into your personal barista through four simple steps.
Step 1: Material Selection
Whole milk creates the creamiest foam, while plant-based alternatives work best with oat or almond milk. Chilled milk (4°C) achieves optimal frothing consistency.
Step 2: Mode Mastery
Hot lattes: Activate "Hot Froth" mode (60-65°C)
Iced lattes: Engage "Cold Froth" function
Hot chocolate: Utilize "Heated Mixing" setting
Step 3: Angle Alchemy
Tilt the pitcher 45 degrees, submerging the whisk head to 1/3 depth. Monitor texture evolution through dual-layer transparent walls, stopping when volume expands by 150%.
Step 4: Artistic Pouring
First pour espresso along the cup's inner wall, then elevate the pitcher 20cm for final pouring to create velvety microfoam layers.
Pro Tips
Former Starbucks lead barista Leo Li advises: "Always dry the whisk after cleaning - residual moisture affects frothing precision. Monthly descaling with specialized cleaner extends device lifespan."
Modern models feature intelligent temperature control and noise reduction technology, available at 200-500 RMB. Why not craft café-quality beverages for your family this weekend?