Milk Steaming Standards
Sets the technique and temperature standard for steaming milk to consistent microfoam texture across every espresso drink.
Why This Matters
Steamed milk carries most of the flavor and all of the visual craft in a latte or cappuccino, and scorched or over-aerated milk cannot be fixed downstream. Guests who cannot articulate why a drink tastes off will still notice. Milk technique is the most repeated, most visible skill on the bar.
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