How To Use Swan Milk Frother? [Simple Steps]

So you’ve just got yourself a shiny new milk frother from Swan, but how do you actually go about using it to make your favourite cappuccino?

Here we’ll take a look at the Swan Milk Frother, how you can use it to make tasty frothed, and warm milk, but also how to look after it and keep it working for as long as possible.

Let’s get into it and find out how to use a Swan Milk Frother.

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How To Use Swan Milk Frother?

The Swan Milk Frother is one of the simplest ways of getting warm, frothed milk within a few seconds. The handy kitchen tool is perfect for getting your morning coffees just right with the milk done exactly to your taste. Whether you fancy a frothy cappuccino or a milky latte, the Swan Milk Frother can get the job done.

It’s a really simple gadget that just about anyone can get the hang of using and perfecting their milk. So let’s find out how to use it.

Swan Milk Frother Elements

First up, the Swan Milk Frother is made up of 5 core elements:

Transparent Lid

This helps to keep the milk safe and in the frother so that it doesn’t end up all over you or the side. It’s transparent so it means you can keep an eye on the milk as it is frothing, allowing you to see if it’s been frothed to your required level.

Silicon Ring

The thin silicon ring is at the top of the frother, just under the lid. It’s there to stop any leakage coming out at the top and to avoid you getting burnt by the hot milk. It’s perfectly fitted for the top of the frother and means that the lid can close smoothly every time.

Indicator Lights

The indicator lights on the front of the frother help o show you when the milk is done.

On/pause Button

Used to turn on and off the milk frother. One button on the front means it’s super simple to work and doesn’t require many things to get the desired result. Simply turn it on and off at the same place.

Power Base With Cord

Finally the base of the frother which supplies all the power for creating light and fluffy milk via a power cord.

How To Use A Swan Milk Frother?

So when using the Swan Milk Frother, you first need to decide which type of milk you want to make.

For frothed milk, perfect for a light and fluffy cappuccino you’ll want to have some hot milk and a nice amount of frothed milk. If you’re after a latte, this typically is mostly hot milk.

You’ll need to change the jug whisk depending on whether you’d like frothed or hot milk. The circular wire whisk is used for frothed milk and the other is used for hot milk.

The Swan Milk Frother has two lines on the inside of the jug. Fill the milk up to the lower line for frothed milk and the top line for when you want hot milk. If you fill the jug up too high, depending on which whisk you use, it could end up overflowing. If the machine is too full, only the red error light will show and keep flashing when you try to turn it on. if this is the case, unplug the machine, pour some of the milk out of the jug, and try again.

Now you’re ready to start making your milk of choice.

If you’re going for frothed milk, press the on the button for a couple of seconds until the blue light comes on. The machine will then start to work and after 60 seconds your frothed milk will be done. The blue light will turn off and the red light will start to flash for the following 30 seconds. Take the lid off and enjoy your frothed milk, pouring it into a cup of coffee.

For heated milk, hold the on button until the blue and red lights light up. The red light will begin to flash and continue to do so for 30 seconds. The blue light will continue to show up until the milk has finished being heated. Once the blue light turns off, your hot milk is ready for pouring into your drink. Take the lid off and add it to your drink of choice.

How To Clean Swan Milk Frother?

Keeping your Swan Milk Frother clean is incredibly important to help it last longer and to make sure it’s hygienic for use in the future.

Bacteria can build up where hot milk has been, so it’s always best to give your frother a good clean after every use. This will ensure it’s fresh and free from any bacteria every time you use it. It’s important to note that you should never try and clean it in the dishwasher.

To start cleaning, unplug the machine from the mains. The base should never get wet and the jug should never be immersed in water.

For the jug, flush it out with warm water and a non-abrasive cloth. Be sure to avoid using anything that could scratch or damage the coated inside of the jug. Dry it with a delicate cloth, making sure there’s no milk residue left on the inside.

For the lid, remove the silicon ring and wash it in water or in a bowl of hot soapy water.

For the whisks, remove them from the jug and soak them in a bowl of soapy water. Use a small brush to get into the intricate areas of the whisk and remove any milk residue.

How To Make The Perfect Milk With Swan Milk Frother?

Getting the perfect frothed milk every time is easy with the Swan Milk Frother. However, there are a few other interesting things you need to know before you start so that you get the best possible experience.

For the best results, whole milk is the best choice for the best-frothed milk. The frother will help bring out the sweetness in the milk and give it that amazing texture.

The frother will heat the milk up to about 65°C, which is the best temperature for a tasty coffee. This temperature won’t burn the milk and also won’t impact the flavor of the coffee once poured together.

Final Thoughts

That’s it for our look at how to use the Swan Milk Frother. As you see, it’s a really easy tool to help you produce frothed milk in under 60 seconds.

A great value machine, the Swan Milk Frother is perfect for all households and will allow you to create your perfect morning coffee in no time at all.

If you’re interested in getting a new milk frother, see our Swan Milk Frother Review.