How does this compare to the automatic jug-based frothers that both froth &amp; warm the milk? And how long typically do you need to froth for with this?
393145
I have the jug type frother, as well. I like the SlickFroth much better. With the SlickFroth, I heat the milk in the microwave for about 30 seconds, then the SlickFroth for about 15 seconds. Still, it's much faster than the jug frother, which takes about 2 minutes. One more note, I also have an AeroLatte portable (similar to Kuissential's) whisk type frother; I like the SlickFroth the BEST!
86854
I never operated the frother without using at least the minimum amount of milk. I just dispose of any heated milk i don't use. I'd rather do that than take a chance of possiby damaging the frother.
6240
It should warm and froth the milk at the same time. If you just want to just warm it, switch out the coil with the other replaceable spinner on the underside of your lid. Does that help?
967168
If you're making a hot latte or other hot cafe drink, the milk should be hot before frothing. I usually heat the milk in the cup I'll be making the drink in with the microwave for at least one minute. This heats not only the milk but the cup as well, which will keep your drink warm longer. If you're making a cold drink, there's no reason to froth the milk - just add milk to what you're making and enjoy.
2030889
Take the frother off. You don't need it. Put the wand in the pitcher just below the surface of the milk, steam your milk until it reaches the temperature you desire (it takes a while, this isn't an $8K machine here, but hey, even those take a while) and then lower the pitcher to where the steam wand is just above the surface for froth.
93108
I think its around 5 minutes. I never timed it but that sounds about right. Hope this helps. Froth lasts all they way to your last sip. It a nice little machine for the money.
1185945
Mine's been working well since I bought it, it's been through one set of batteries (that came with it) and I put a new set in last week. With the new batteries it is super powerful, I have whipped heavy cream with it, frothing milk only takes a few seconds if you are making 1-2 servings or so. I bought it about 3 months ago I think.
1054998
I can't add anything to the other responses, I love this machine; however, we've been going through different brands of milk to get the best froth. We found the whole milk froth lasted the longest. "Hood" was good but this last time it was not. Expiration date was weeks in future and we just opened the container. Any suggestions out there?
35523
The frother I have heats the milk/cream to an adequate temp. I don't know what the temp is but I am really happy with mine.
861757
This is the best one that I have used. My first one lasted for several years. My newer ones have not. I do use it everyday, so I can justify because of use and price that I replace it every year. They really don't make them like they used too. I have found that different battery brands change the frothers performance.
420127
First ensure you are using the insert with the spring. The other one is for cold milk and won't froth as much (It is fine though for cold milk). Second you do need fresh milk. I use regular milk, but if it older than a week, it won't froth properly. It also needs to be real milk. I have tried coconut milk, chocolate milk, eggnog and others. They do not froth as well or at all. (They will all warm up and so not cool your coffee when added, which is good!) Lastly, make sure you keep your Aeroccino clean. During daily use, a quick wipe with a rag is good enough. But you will want to put in some soap every morning or so to keep the fat and proteins from building up, which will also inhibit your frothiness. I hate to add it, but do remember to put the insert in. I washed it one day and forgot it, and got warm but froth-less milk!
856104
You will enjoy this wonderful gadget by pressing the top button. Make shure that you use non fat milk in the mug you will be using, you don't need much, and that the wisk is in the milk. Don't want splatter all over the place.I use sweetener and put it in the milk before frothing, then pour the coffee into the mug, I don't bother heating the milk but some do. You don't need to keep in plugged in all the time either. When it slows down a bit, plug it in overnight. Good luck
577202
I've discovered that 2% milk froths better than whole milk. Also, if I use cold water (from the fridge) instead of tap or room temperature water in the bottom, I get a much better froth from the milk. Perhaps because the milk has more time to warm up until the water starts to boil?
422456
You can just heat the milk in microwave then froth the milk in the mug! So simple works great!
1534503
For how I use it, definitely. I just place a little creamer in the bottom of my cup, micro for 10 sec and froth away. An immersion would be way too big and powerful. This us a good frother!
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!
1660308
The two attachments - the large one is for frothing, the other is for keeping the milk stirred/moving. All you need to do is put on the frothing attachment, hit the heat button, and it makes heated, frothed milk.