Why must you discard the first drop of textured milk?

Because banging the jug is how you get the foam to the top, after you heat up the milk. That way, you can control when it comes out, to help you make the perfect cappuccino, or other beverage that requires foam (such as macchiato). Because banging the jug is how you get the foam to the top, after you heat up the milk.

Why do baristas pour milk from one jug to another?

This is why most baristas tilt the cup while pouring–it gets the tip of the jug closer to the surface of the drink, earlier in the pour. Having just the right amount of milk in the jug allows the barista to keep the spout very close to the drink surface for much of the pour. That makes successful latte art easier.

Why can’t I make latte art?

If the texture of your steamed milk is bubbly, or it’s too thin or too thick, you never going to pour great latte art. It really is fundamental, if the texture is wrong, you’re just not going to get tight, well-defined patterns. Also, full cream (whole) milk is the best place to start.

What temperature should the milk be in a latte?

Submerging the wand will create the “whirlpool” motion necessary to break down bubbles and create microfoam. Once your milk has reached the appropriate temperature (between 140-145 degrees Fahrenheit), turn off the steam wand.

What do you need to do latte art?

But for making latte art you will also need some basic things beside good coffee beans, these are: a coffee cup or two. a coffee pitcher, or a jug. some tool for drawing the latte art, a toothpick can work very well for this, or even a chop stick.

How to make latte art?

Make espresso shots. We recommend brewing Starbucks ® Espresso Roast Whole Bean coffee via an espresso machine.

Is latte art necessary to be a good barista?

However, you don’t need latte art to be a great barista. Even though some simple latte art patterns are easy to draw, you can develop skills after hours and hours of practicing coffee and milk. Equipment maintenance is critical to the long life of the equipment itself and the health of your customers.

What is freepour latte art?

What is free pour latte art? In its purest form, free pour latte art is done with nothing more than a cup of espresso and a pitcher of foamed milk-no extra tools allowed. Some people use stencils, pens and syrups to create intricate latte art, but the designs featured below are almost entirely free pour.