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  • kikilon
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    I drink only soy milk, and I find that a little patience stretches a long way. Theres a huge difference between soy milks. Ive had good results with the Aldi organic UHT (athough it tastes a bit strongly) and the Vitasoy Soy Milky.
    And I certainly dont have a great, self-frothing machine...

    I havent tried the cafe one from Vitasoy yet. Theres a cafe on Sydney Road that has it on display, so maybe theyll sell it?

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  • Thundergod
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    If I take my Barista ID with me do you think I could buy it?

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  • JJJ
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    Originally posted by 49686363647E0D0 link=1263849483/5#5 date=1263894284
    Im using the Vitasoy Barista at the shop.I think Vitasoy have a UHT version of all their products and this is one of them.
    I just discovered that they dont sell the Barista product to the general public.

    I guess thats why i couldnt find it anywhere. ;D

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  • JJJ
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    I tried a different technique last night (with both A2 milk and soy) and it seemed to improve my output.
    The A2 milk had a better texture to it, although still nowhere near thick enough, whilst the soy still had too many bubbles but underneath the milk was textured quite well and made for a nice crema that lasted throughout the drink.

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  • roughhouserosee
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    The other day I textured soy PERFECTLY. IT was not bubbly at all, not too much froth, Youd have thought it was full cream!
    I wish I took a photo, damnit

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  • Thundergod
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    Originally posted by 7A7A7A300 link=1263849483/15#15 date=1264313245
    its very frustrating when you know youre not quite getting the result you want but have no way of knowing how to correct your errors.
    I got stuck at one point and didnt seem to be improving.
    I managed to get a few pointers from none other than Scottie Callaghan.

    Result:
    I got 10 times worse! ;D

    I think Id tried to do everything Scottie told me at once.
    Once Id realised this I relaxed, got my mojo back, and then tried to slowly use Scotties tips one at a time.
    Ive improved.
    Still not world shattering most days but on other occasions I think I show promise.

    Practise, practise, practise.

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  • JJJ
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    Originally posted by 615D405B515047525A51350 link=1263849483/14#14 date=1264312297
    Dont beat yourself up too much.
    Its difficult not to.
    Im a perfectionist, im working hard, reading a lot and whilst im making coffee each day, its hard to know whether im improving.
    If i knew my technique and results were definitely improving id be content but im not sure if im progressing.
    Now doubt im being impatient given i only got good quality tools (and beans) a week ago but its very frustrating when you know youre not quite getting the result you want but have no way of knowing how to correct your errors.

    Originally posted by 615D405B515047525A51350 link=1263849483/14#14 date=1264312297
    Some of the machines in cafes almost perfectly texture the milk themselves and the guy/girl holding the jug takes the credit.
    In that case, i want one. ;D
    Just need lots of money and a far bigger kitchen.

    Im still working with a terribly basic machine and will be at least until the end of the year but im sure with more knowledge and education the machine still has scope to produce better coffee (although im relatively happy with my shots right now) and better milk (im a long way from happy with my milk texturing at this stage).

    I guess i just have to keep soaking in the information, watching and learning and perhaps develop some patience.

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  • Thundergod
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    Originally posted by 4040400A0 link=1263849483/13#13 date=1264311138
    I went back to my favourite coffee house today and again longingly stared at our lattes and cappuccinos, wondering if ill ever be able to texture milk like the godlike head barista.
    Dont beat yourself up too much.
    Some of the machines in cafes almost perfectly texture the milk themselves and the guy/girl holding the jug takes the credit.

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  • JJJ
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    Thanks anu.

    Ive shelved the soy milk this weekend, instead trying my better half on A2 milk and so far no reaction.
    I havent had anymore success with my texturing with the A2 stuff, with my milk still lacking volume and creaminess.

    The milk looks shiny, looks creamy, but upon pouring its very thin and makes for a very watery looking latte (although the taste is still fine).

    I went back to my favourite coffee house today and again longingly stared at our lattes and cappuccinos, wondering if ill ever be able to texture milk like the godlike head barista.

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  • anuyadav
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    I find texturing soy milk is a bit like texturing with trim milk. It hard to get the microfoam. You need to keep the nozzle of the steam wand on the surface longer to achieve the foam. Be careful not to get to much foam. Once you have enough foam take the nozzle under the surface of milk and keep it there untill the jug is too hot to touch for a instant.

    Hope that helps.

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  • Dennis
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    Originally posted by 5C7E7863646E780B0 link=1263849483/10#10 date=1263905212
    Originally posted by 11303B3B3C26550 link=1263849483/9#9 date=1263902454
    LOL - last time I tried playdough (the home made version) it was salty.Vitasoy is sweet.

    What are you using Dave?
    Store bought playdough
    Touché! ;D

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  • Wushoes
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    Originally posted by 11303B3B3C26550 link=1263849483/9#9 date=1263902454
    LOL - last time I tried playdough (the home made version) it was salty.Vitasoy is sweet.

    What are you using Dave?
    Store bought playdough

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  • Dennis
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    Originally posted by 577573686F6573000 link=1263849483/6#6 date=1263895829
    Vitasoy Barista tastes like playdough to me but that said, it is easier to work with than any other vitasoy in the range. It was designed with the help of David Makin
    LOL - last time I tried playdough (the home made version) it was salty. Vitasoy is sweet.

    What are you using Dave?

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  • JJJ
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    Thanks again to all for the help.
    I really appreciate it.

    Originally posted by 06272C2C2B31420 link=1263849483/5#5 date=1263894284
    Im another soy = deep wand technique operator.Soy is just way too easy to over-texturise and this helps limit that.
    Thanks for the confirmation, ill try that technique tomorrow.

    Originally posted by 06272C2C2B31420 link=1263849483/5#5 date=1263894284
    Im using the Vitasoy Barista at the shop.I think Vitasoy have a UHT version of all their products and this is one of them.I cant discern much of a taste difference from the Barista and the Original.It does however seem easier to texturise ie. not so much froth!
    Thanks for the review.
    I had a look in the supermarket on the way home from work tonight but alas, no sign of it.
    Ill keep looking and give it a try.

    Originally posted by 1537312A2D2731420 link=1263849483/6#6 date=1263895829
    Vitasoy Barista tastes like playdough to me but that said, it is easier to work with than any other vitasoy in the range. It was designed with the help of David Makin
    My better half doesnt like the taste of soy milk at the best of times (she often masks it in lattes with a terribly sugary vanilla syrup) so unless its genuinely dreadful i dont think the taste will be a huge issue.
    Once i find it ill get her to taste it and ill report back on both what she thought of it and what i made of it from a texturing standpoint.

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  • TC
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    Originally posted by 183A3C27202A3C4F0 link=1263849483/6#6 date=1263895829
    Vitasoy Barista tastes like playdough to me but that said, it is easier to work with than any other vitasoy in the range. It was designed with the help of David Makin
    hmm...dunno if I am that well aquainted with the taste of playdoh  :-/

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