Bodum Handheld Turbo Frother, White
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: BodumBrand: Bodum
Model: 3040-03
Color: White
Product features:
- Froths hot milk for cappuccino or cocoa
- Features switch-on, double-turbo motor
- Flexible steel wand with plastic frothing blade
- Contoured lightweight handle
- 2 AA batteries included
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Bodum Handheld Turbo Frother, White
Customer Review: This works -- if (and only if) you use really cold skim milk
Summary: 4 Stars
I got one of these frothers packaged with my French Press. As with many of the other reviewers of this little gadget, I got no instructions, so I was quickly frustrated. After reading all the bad reviews for it here on Amazon.com, I came close to throwing it away, but I decided to keep it just in case I ever figured out how it was actually supposed to be used.About two weeks ago I stumbled across a competitor's model at Bed, Bath & Beyond and, lo and behold, it came with detailed instructions (which I immediately read and memorized while keeping an eye out for nosy sales people).
Here are the most important things I learned (and, boy, are they important!):
First rule: Use only skim milk.
Second rule: Make sure the skim milk is really cold
And, after taking those two rules to heart, I found (to my incredible surprise) that the darn thing actually worked like a charm! Since then, I've grown to use my frother every day to make delicious cafe au laits. Actually, if it were to break down, I'm pretty sure I'd go right out and buy another!
As much as I've grown to like my frother (now that I've learned the trick to using it), I only give it four stars because (a) it doesn't work on anything fatter than skim milk, and (b) because Bodum didn't bother to include really-important instructions with it.
Overall, however, I'd assuredly recommend it for people who want a bit of foam with their Java but don't want to go to the trouble of steaming. And because I use it in my office at work, portability is a definite plus, so that's another reason you may want to purchase this do-hickey.
Description of Bodum Handheld Turbo Frother, White
The Bodum Turbo Frother froths milk quickly and easily, allowing you to make barista quality drinks at home. Simply insert the whip end into cold milk and then push the on button. The Bodum Turbo Frother whips into action, creating a nice froth that will last longer than froth made with a machine because you haven't introduced steam and water to froth the milk. Can be used on warm or cold milk, but it works better on cold.For those who want foamy milk with their coffee without the hassle of an espresso machine, this frother does the trick. Heated milk in a glass or cup whips up instantly into the perfect froth with this handheld device. Simply switch on and the flexible stainless-steel wand with plastic blade rotates vigorously. Also works well for blending chocolate drink mix or protein powder into cold milk. Lightweight and easily cleaned, this 8-3/4-inch frother travels handily to the office or in a suitcase. Bodum has long been a leading designer of innovative coffee makers and other kitchen products. --Ann Bieri
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