<p>I have had a similar experience, and the difference seems to be due to the age of the milk. The fresher the milk, the better micro-foam I can create. Once it gets within of week of expiration, I start getting less foam. </p>

<p>The pitcher also makes a difference. Other people recommended the Espro toroid pitcher to me. I liked it so much, I bought two sizes: <a href="http://espro.ca/toroid/" rel="nofollow">http://espro.ca/toroid/</a></p>

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2016-09-07T01:13:54.113Z
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Rick G
<p>I recently bought an espresso machine with steamer for the milk. However I noticed that the quality of the foam changes according to the vessel I use to steam and froth it.</p>

<p>Are there a specific type of vessel I should use for steaming, frothing and pouring the milk?</p>

<p>Thanks</p>

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2016-09-03T09:24:02.460Z
Are you always using the same milk? Different fat percentages, preservation methods, even brands can give vastly different results.
Stephie
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Thank you for answering! I'll pay attention to the brand and type of milk to see if that's the cause
Diego
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Vessels for frothing and pouring the milk
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# Vessels for frothing and pouring the milk

(Asked by: username_0 on 2016-09-02)

I recently bought an espresso machine with steamer for the milk. However I noticed that the quality of the foam changes according to the vessel I use to steam and froth it.

Are there a specific type of vessel I should use for steaming, frothing and pouring the milk?

Thanks

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> **Comments:**
> **username_1**: Are you always using the same milk? Different fat percentages, preservation methods, even brands can give vastly different results.  
> **username_0**: Thank you for answering! I'll pay attention to the brand and type of milk to see if that's the cause  
> **username_1**: You are welcome! Even if my comment *technically* isn't a real answer. While you wait for answers, you could take the [tour] and browse our [help] to learn more about the site and the Stack Exchange system in general. Welcome to the site!  

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### Answer by username_2 on 2016-09-07. Score: 0 | Accepted answer

I have had a similar experience, and the difference seems to be due to the age of the milk. The fresher the milk, the better micro-foam I can create. Once it gets within of week of expiration, I start getting less foam.

The pitcher also makes a difference. Other people recommended the Espro toroid pitcher to me. I liked it so much, I bought two sizes: <http://espro.ca/toroid/>


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