How to steam milk for latte art with the Breville Barista Express (Beginner's guide)

Hey guys in this video I'll show you how to use Breville Barista Express milk frother to steam your milk for latte art. This also applies to almost any other home espresso machine. In this beginner-friendly tutorial I'll tell you the exact milk jug position which is totally different than on the commercial machines as well as share two extra tips on what you can do to steam your milk easier and produce that micro foam creamy, textured milk.
In this comprehensive guide, I explain the step-by-step process of milk frothing using Sage/Breville Barista Express or any home espresso machine. From pitcher and steam wand positioning to understanding the ideal milk temperature for latte art and achieving the right amount of froth, we'll cover all the essentials to help you master the art of milk steaming.
If you've always wondered how baristas create those perfect velvety microfoam for lattes, cappuccinos, and more, this video is for you. You'll discover the importance of purging your steam wand, positioning the milk pitcher correctly, and adjusting the pitcher for optimal results.
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0:00 Intro
0:21 Pitcher and Steam Wand Positioning
2:42 How to Steam Your Milk
5:09 How to Pour Your Milk
5:35 Bonus tip: Use Smaller Jug
Let me know if you have any questions below!
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[@DailyquestCoffee]

I did try the 300 ml jug best for a single hole and heat bit faster depending temperature of the milk, i mostly steaming with a smaller pitcher then transfer to the big pitcher latte art design depending on the sprouts of the jug

[@espressodoctor]

yes it does heat up a bit faster but it is easier no? I also tried transferring the milk in a different pitcher but I didn't really notice any improvement in the late art if anything I found it more difficult

[@goPACK1978]

GREAT video! Can I use much less milk, like ½ cup? And today I only have ½ & ½… hoping that works

[@espressodoctor]

Yes you can you are just going to have to steam it for a shorter period of time I'd say even half as long as you would a full cup, and also introduce air a lot less, because I have found it that whenever I try to steam less milk I make it too tick almost all macrofoam, but with a few trials and errors Im sure you'll find the right amount of air and time to steam