What can I use to make latte art?

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

1. Espresso maker with a steam wand.
2. Metal steaming pitcher with a pointed spout.
3. Wide, shallow coffee cup.

How many types of latte art are there?

There are two main types of latte art: free pouring (pattern created during the pour) and etching (using a tool to create a pattern after the pour). Free pouring is far more common in American cafés, and requires little additional time in preparing a drink.

What kind of milk do you use for latte art?

whole milk
The absolute best latte art is made with whole milk. You can try oat milk for dairy free, but it’s just not the same. Use whole milk. Whole milk makes the best microfoam because it has the highest milk fat.

How do you teach latte art?

Pro Tips for Latte Art

1. Prep your milk before pulling a shot.
2. Steam milk that looks like wet paint.
3. Give yourself a blank canvas at every step.
4. Pour into the center of the espresso.
5. Focus on steaming the right amount of milk for your cup.
6. Know what you’re trying to pour ahead of time.

Who started latte art?

David Schomer
This week we have a list of fun facts to help demystify this increasingly popular way of serving lattes and cappuccinos. Owner of Seattle’s Espresso Vivace coffee shop, David Schomer, is credited for popularizing latte art in the late 80’s and early 90’s.

What type of milk is best for latte art?

If you’re after the best possible latte art, we’d recommend using whole milk with a high fat content, but for a dairy-free alternative, go for a barista-specific oat milk (such as Oatly’s Baritsa or Minor Figures) that will hold its own on top of your espresso. And as with everything, practice makes perfect.

What milk does Starbucks use for lattes?

Today, when Starbucks customers order a beverage such as a Vanilla Latte, it is made with whole milk unless otherwise requested. This new conversion will establish reduced fat milk, also known as 2% milk, as the standard dairy in all beverages served in our North American coffeehouses.

How to make an easy latte art design?

All that you need for preparing these 5 easy latte art designs are: 1 A pitcher/jug 2 A cup 3 A latte art tool or a toothpick (or something a bit thicker than a toothpick) 4 Espresso machine

How is milk used to make a latte?

Latte art is made possible only with correctly steamed and textured milk. Milk is made up of a complex mix of three components: sugars, fats and proteins. Each of these plays an important role in milk steaming, contributing to the milk’s ability to froth and foam.

What are the three phases of latte art?

There are three basic phases of making latte art: 1 Making the perfect foam 2 Pulling your espresso 3 Pouring the milk. More

How do you put a stencil on a latte?

You can buy stencils that you simply place over the finished latte. Shake cocoa powder, cinnamon, or a spice mix over the stencil and lift away the stencil. This will leave the image of the stencil on top of the latte. You can make your own latte stencil using thin plastic or wax paper.