microfoam

microfoam

English

Etymology

From micro- +‎ foam.

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA^(key): /ˈmʌɪkɹə(ʊ)fəʊm/

Noun

microfoam (countable and uncountable, plural microfoams)

1. Foam consisting of very small bubbles, specifically as an element in the steamed milk used to make certain types of latte coffee.
   • 2009, Roseane Santos, An Unashamed Defence of Coffee, p. 188:

     When a barista steams the milk for a cappuccino, microfoam is created by introducing very tiny bubbles of air into the milk, giving the milk a velvety texture and sweetness.

Translations

Translations

French: micro-mousse f