A Barista's Guide: How to Steam Milk Perfectly for Latte Art
Creating beautiful **latte art** patterns on cappuccinos and lattes is an exciting skill for any coffee enthusiast. While pouring intricate designs is an art...
Milk science, steaming & latte art
Competition standards for milk drinks
The rules and expectations for milk-based espresso drinks in barista competitions, and how they influence café standards.
Common faults and fixes
The most common milk steaming and latte art faults, their causes, and how to correct them for better texture, flavor, and presentation.
Milk-coffee balance in classic drinks
How milk-to-coffee ratios define classic espresso drinks and how balance affects flavor, texture, and customer expectations.
Milk hygiene and storage
Best practices for milk hygiene, safe storage, and handling in a café or home barista setting.
Latte art practice routines
How to structure latte art practice routines to build consistency, muscle memory, and confidence in free-pouring designs.