What is Steam wand / frother?
Steam nozzle for texturing milk for lattes and cappuccinos.
Short answer
Panarello wands are beginner-friendly; plain wands give better foam with practice.
Steam wand / frother when buying a coffee maker
Steam nozzle for texturing milk for lattes and cappuccinos.
Why it matters: Without it, 'cappuccino at home' is coffee with microwaved milk.
Look for: Panarello wands are beginner-friendly; plain wands give better foam with practice.
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