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Bodum Shin Bistro 5-Ounce Milk Frother | 
 enlarge | Brand: Bodum
List Price: $34.00
Buy New: $24.99
You Save: $9.01 (26%)
Rating:  11 reviews
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 3.7 x 3.5 x 8
MPN: 10492-16US
Model: 10492-16US
UPC: 727015773674
EAN: 0727015773674
ASIN: B000VEDNJU
Availability: In stock soon. Order now to get in line. First come, first served.
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| Features:
| • | Creates a smooth and consistent milk foam without electricity | | • | All parts dishwasher safe | | • | Quick and easy to use - just move the plunger up and down until the volume of froth doubles | | • | Microwave safe glass beaker | | • | Dishwasher safe |
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Product Description
The Bodum Shin Bistro Milk Frother makes short work of frothing milk for cappuccino, latte drinks and other coffee drinks. Simply fill the frother jug with pre-warmed milk, fasten the lid and whip the milk by moving the frothing plunger up and down. No more $4 lattes!
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| Customer Reviews: Read 5 more reviews...
 Excellent frother, convenient and reliable June 13, 2008
Laura (Austin)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I have had my Bodum frother for about three years (older model than this one, black plastic top) and have had no problems with it other than my husband hitting the top rim with something and chipping the glass. I smoothed it out with an emery board nail file and it is fine, but that prompted me to look on Amazon to see if they still sold them so that I could order a backup but they are a little pricey now; I think I paid only about $10 for mine.
Many people have criticized this product because the glass broke and it seems many people are using metal spoons with it. To me it is common sense when dealing with a thin glass product such as this to use a plastic utensil if you need one. One of those long handled plastic spoons like you get at an ice cream shop work well. I usually just pour my froth out and wait a few seconds with a couple of little shakes which gets most of it out.
I always heat the milk (or half & half which I use most of the time) in the microwave first right in the beaker, then do the pumping and have had no problems doing it that way. I actually think heated milk froths better and creates a finer froth. Many people are under the false impression that heated milk won't froth but I think this is because most of the instructions on frothing are for espresso machines where it is always suggested to use very cold milk before steaming and frothing. But this is because of the heating factor with the hot steam. You have to use cold milk or you won't have enough time to froth before the milk reaches the ideal temperature. If you used preheated milk it would quickly overheat using hot steam to froth. So I think because of this many people assume that you need cold milk for any kind of frothing.
My Bodum has held up extremely well over the years that I have used it but I am careful with it and never put it in the dishwasher. I always immediately rinse both the wand and beaker, fill with a little warm water and detergent, then pump a few times to disperse the detergent. I then rinse well and air dry. I rarely take it apart to clean. Once in awhile I use a very soft brush to clean the screen.
This little frother is both convenient and stress free, no worrying about timing, or temperature, as with the espresso machine wands. You just pump for as long as you want until you're happy with the volume of your froth, which you can easily see because of the clear glass.
Laura
 two cracked May 3, 2008
ma man (arlington ma)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I cracked two of these be simply applying too much pressure to the glass. I would not buy another.
Excellent April 17, 2008
Dr. L. S. Addlestone (Manchester UK)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Bodum Shin Bistro 5-Ounce Milk Frother
Superb frother - easy to use, makes great froth for cappucino coffee
Outstanding little frother April 7, 2008
P. Spohn (Stockton, CA USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I've purchased two of these now (first one broke when dropped) and have been extremely pleased with the product produced. I have the most success by reversing the recommended procedure: pump first, then microwave.
Easy way to a good latte March 22, 2008
Nancy Graybeal (Corbett, OR USA)
This milk frother is a handy and easy way to make frothed milk for your lattes, mochas and caps. You can buy expensive machines, but why? A stove top espresso maker and the milk frother can get the job done for $35. The only downsides: the capacity is small -- only enough for one tall latte and I preferred the previous edition (unavailable anymore I guess) that was wider at the bottom and more stable.
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