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A good cappuccino isn't just about fresh coffee, but also the right milk. The type of milk determines whether your foam will be sturdy and creamy, or thin and airy. Whether you go for whole milk or prefer a plant-based alternative like oat milk: the choice affects the flavour, the structure AND your coffee experience. Here you'll learn which milk works best for your perfect cappuccino, whether you're a barista or a home coffee lover.

What makes milk suitable for a cappuccino?

Not every milk is equally suitable for frothing. The secret of a good cappuccino lies in the balance between flavour and texture. And that's largely determined by the fat and protein content of the milk.

Milk with enough fat gives a full, creamy flavour — exactly what you're after in a cappuccino. Think of that soft mouthfeel that pairs perfectly with the strength of espresso. At the same time, milk proteins create the airy, stable foam layer. The more proteins, the easier it is to get firm foam that doesn't collapse

Brewing the tastiest coffee at home, who doesn’t want that? But how come there’s such a big difference between the coffee you make at home and the espresso or cappuccino from your favourite coffee bar? Although a lot of that has to do with the coffee machine and the skills of the barista, there are definitely things you can do at home to improve your coffee. Curious how? Read on with us.

These tips come from baristaworden.nl. A website for coffee lovers, by coffee lovers. There you’ll find plenty of tips and tricks to become a better home barista.

1. Buy freshly roasted coffee beans

It sounds logical, but plenty of people still don’t do it. Just like you buy fresh produce at the supermarket, coffee beans also taste best when they’re freshly roasted. But what exactly does that mean? Coffee beans are fresh for up to 6 - 8 weeks after roasting. That doesn’t mean you have to throw the beans straight away once 8 weeks have passed, but the flavour and aromas do start to slowly fade.

2. Grind