Bodum Shin Bistro 5-Ounce Milk Frother
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: BodumBrand: Bodum
Model: 10492-16US
Product features:
- Creates a smooth and consistent milk foam without electricity
- All parts dishwasher safe
- Quick and easy to use - just move the plunger up and down until the volume of froth doubles
- Microwave safe glass beaker
- Dishwasher safe
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Bodum Shin Bistro 5-Ounce Milk Frother
Customer Review: Excellent frother, convenient and reliable
Summary: 5 Stars
I have had my Bodum frother for about three years (older model than this one, black plastic top) and have had no problems with it other than my husband hitting the top rim with something and chipping the glass. I smoothed it out with an emery board nail file and it is fine, but that prompted me to look on Amazon to see if they still sold them so that I could order a backup but they are a little pricey now; I think I paid only about $10 for mine.
Many people have criticized this product because the glass broke and it seems many people are using metal spoons with it. To me it is common sense when dealing with a thin glass product such as this to use a plastic utensil if you need one. One of those long handled plastic spoons like you get at an ice cream shop work well. I usually just pour my froth out and wait a few seconds with a couple of little shakes which gets most of it out.
I always heat the milk (or half & half which I use most of the time) in the microwave first right in the beaker, then do the pumping and have had no problems doing it that way. I actually think heated milk froths better and creates a finer froth. Many people are under the false impression that heated milk won't froth but I think this is because most of the instructions on frothing are for espresso machines where it is always suggested to use very cold milk before steaming and frothing. But this is because of the heating factor with the hot steam. You have to use cold milk or you won't have enough time to froth before the milk reaches the ideal temperature. If you used preheated milk it would quickly overheat using hot steam to froth. So I think because of this many people assume that you need cold milk for any kind of frothing.
My Bodum has held up extremely well over the years that I have used it but I am careful with it and never put it in the dishwasher. I always immediately rinse both the wand and beaker, fill with a little warm water and detergent, then pump a few times to disperse the detergent. I then rinse well and air dry. I rarely take it apart to clean. Once in awhile I use a very soft brush to clean the screen.
This little frother is both convenient and stress free, no worrying about timing, or temperature, as with the espresso machine wands. You just pump for as long as you want until you're happy with the volume of your froth, which you can easily see because of the clear glass.
Laura
Description of Bodum Shin Bistro 5-Ounce Milk Frother
Make a real cappuccino, Italian style! This high quality milk frother transforms milk into a creamy billowing froth in just seconds! The glass container is microwavable. Check out the rest of the Shin Bistro collection. 5 oz.Accessories
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