On this review, we're going to discuss an excellent handheld
electric milk frother. For those of you who don't have the space in your
kitchen for a full-sized cappuccino machine, or don't like having to
make use of steam to produce that gorgeous white foam, then this type of
frother could be just the gadget you need. This device is compact,
convenient, and affordable.
This review will contain, first and foremost, a list of features straight from the manufacturer, followed by how we believe these features will translate into benefits for someone who wants to enjoy a good foam in their latte without having to go to a coffee shop. After that, we'll give a quick rundown of the pros and cons, what other people who've bought this frother have to say about it, and our own conclusion. Most importantly, however, we'll tell you where to get the best price on this great kitchen appliance.
Features and Benefits
The compact size also lets you foam a single cup, meaning you don't have to work a whole pitcher. British celebrity chef Nigella Lawson actually recommends this over steamer types.
Because it doesn't use steam like other frother types, you're not limited to foaming hot milk, and can also use it to froth cold milk for ice lattes, or even non-dairy milk. Almond milk foam, anyone? It also includes a number of recipes for various fruit shakes and other delicious drinks.
The streamlined construction of this frother means a simple, user-friendly design. Just hit the small black power button, and start whisking away. The head itself is constructed of stainless steel wire, making it a quality gadget that won't be rusting any time soon.
The frother is so simple that it can be used with one hand, while the other can be used to hold your cup and keep it stable. In 20-30 seconds, you'll be looking at a gorgeous foam that will be sure to enhance your coffee drinking experience.
It comes with two AA batteries included, which means you can start using it right out of the box. No need to go to a convenience store just to buy a battery pack. All you have to do to clean it is turn it on while the head is submerged in soapy water, and wash the suds off with a quick rinse.
Lastly, the 5-year warranty means you don't have to worry about wasting your money. If ever it proves to be unsatisfactory, you have five years to do something about it.
So What's The Point?
The main selling point for the Aerolatte Milk Frother, really, is the convenience it brings. Its compact size lets you keep it anywhere in the kitchen and it can be used to foam up milk for just one person rather than a whole pitcher or large mug. The whisk design means it can be used for both hot and cold milk, plus you don't need professional skill to make a wonderful froth.
It's easy to use, easy to wash, and even comes with batteries for the person who wants to use it as soon as it arrives on their doorstep.
Perfectly Imperfect
Of course the idea of a perfect gadget that does everything right and nothing wrong is something of a pipe dream. For all the conveniences it gives, there's bound to be just a bit of trouble. In this case, it eats up batteries relatively quickly.
However, compared to all of the ease of use, ease of storage and other benefits that it provides, one would have to ask, would it really be worth it to give up this great frother just because of that? Wouldn't you rather just foam yourself a quick cuppa before heading out to work in the morning, then rinse it fast and put it away easily, rather than having to worry about who's going to clean the espresso machine's steamer while you're away?
Wisdom of the Masses
The Aerolatte is really a quick, simple, worry-free solution for your foaming needs. It has over a thousand five-star reviews under its belt on our recommended seller. A few of these reviewers even came back several months - and in one case several years later - to update their reviews and tell everyone that their frother is still working. That's quite a bit of reliability we're looking at here.
While it eats batteries, it lasts for quite a while, as we've seen on those other reviews, and whips up that milk more easily, unlike say, steam foamers that require barista-level skill to use (and sometimes clog up even then!), or hand pump frothers that will cause your hands to ache long before the foam starts appearing.
Overall, in exchange for a little more cost for batteries (but still nothing compared to an espresso machine), the Aerolatte is still a convenient little tool to have around the kitchen, perfect for those times when you don't feel like going to the coffee shop. I guess Nigella wasn't wrong about recommending this frother, although she probably keeps a lot of spare AA's around.
This review will contain, first and foremost, a list of features straight from the manufacturer, followed by how we believe these features will translate into benefits for someone who wants to enjoy a good foam in their latte without having to go to a coffee shop. After that, we'll give a quick rundown of the pros and cons, what other people who've bought this frother have to say about it, and our own conclusion. Most importantly, however, we'll tell you where to get the best price on this great kitchen appliance.
Features and Benefits
- Handheld, battery-powered milk frother
- Works well with cold or hot milk for delicious drinks
- Streamlined construction; stainless steel wire whisk
- Simple 1-hand operation with results in 20 to 30 seconds
- Includes 2 AA batteries; rinses clean for storage; 5-year warranty
The compact size also lets you foam a single cup, meaning you don't have to work a whole pitcher. British celebrity chef Nigella Lawson actually recommends this over steamer types.
Because it doesn't use steam like other frother types, you're not limited to foaming hot milk, and can also use it to froth cold milk for ice lattes, or even non-dairy milk. Almond milk foam, anyone? It also includes a number of recipes for various fruit shakes and other delicious drinks.
The streamlined construction of this frother means a simple, user-friendly design. Just hit the small black power button, and start whisking away. The head itself is constructed of stainless steel wire, making it a quality gadget that won't be rusting any time soon.
The frother is so simple that it can be used with one hand, while the other can be used to hold your cup and keep it stable. In 20-30 seconds, you'll be looking at a gorgeous foam that will be sure to enhance your coffee drinking experience.
It comes with two AA batteries included, which means you can start using it right out of the box. No need to go to a convenience store just to buy a battery pack. All you have to do to clean it is turn it on while the head is submerged in soapy water, and wash the suds off with a quick rinse.
Lastly, the 5-year warranty means you don't have to worry about wasting your money. If ever it proves to be unsatisfactory, you have five years to do something about it.
So What's The Point?
The main selling point for the Aerolatte Milk Frother, really, is the convenience it brings. Its compact size lets you keep it anywhere in the kitchen and it can be used to foam up milk for just one person rather than a whole pitcher or large mug. The whisk design means it can be used for both hot and cold milk, plus you don't need professional skill to make a wonderful froth.
It's easy to use, easy to wash, and even comes with batteries for the person who wants to use it as soon as it arrives on their doorstep.
Perfectly Imperfect
Of course the idea of a perfect gadget that does everything right and nothing wrong is something of a pipe dream. For all the conveniences it gives, there's bound to be just a bit of trouble. In this case, it eats up batteries relatively quickly.
However, compared to all of the ease of use, ease of storage and other benefits that it provides, one would have to ask, would it really be worth it to give up this great frother just because of that? Wouldn't you rather just foam yourself a quick cuppa before heading out to work in the morning, then rinse it fast and put it away easily, rather than having to worry about who's going to clean the espresso machine's steamer while you're away?
Wisdom of the Masses
The Aerolatte is really a quick, simple, worry-free solution for your foaming needs. It has over a thousand five-star reviews under its belt on our recommended seller. A few of these reviewers even came back several months - and in one case several years later - to update their reviews and tell everyone that their frother is still working. That's quite a bit of reliability we're looking at here.
While it eats batteries, it lasts for quite a while, as we've seen on those other reviews, and whips up that milk more easily, unlike say, steam foamers that require barista-level skill to use (and sometimes clog up even then!), or hand pump frothers that will cause your hands to ache long before the foam starts appearing.
Overall, in exchange for a little more cost for batteries (but still nothing compared to an espresso machine), the Aerolatte is still a convenient little tool to have around the kitchen, perfect for those times when you don't feel like going to the coffee shop. I guess Nigella wasn't wrong about recommending this frother, although she probably keeps a lot of spare AA's around.
Rufino Larson is just a guy who likes his coffee. In this case,
coffee with a nice thick head of milk foam. To learn more about his take
on various other top selling milk frothers, as well as finding out
about his recommended seller, where you can get the best prices for your
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