Coffee makers with semi-automatic milk frother

Semi-automatic

— this method involves a separate spout for dispensing milk foam. The coffee maker is equipped with a mechanism to create foam by drawing milk from an external container through a tube. Some models even have a built-in milk tank. To use such a device, the process typically involves brewing an espresso first and then positioning the cup under the milk spout to activate the foam supply button (or vice versa for a latte macchiato). In some machines, the spouts are positioned close to each other, eliminating the need to move the cup. However, in these devices, the coffee and foam are still prepared separately. Nonetheless, this method is considerably simpler and faster compared to manual techniques.