Steamed milk is thin with no body

The milk pours like hot water, with no foam to speak of and no weight in the mouth.

Applies to: Espresso machine, Latte, Flat white, Cortado

Likely causes and adjustments

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Cause 1 of 3 · Commonly the cause
No air introduced at the start
Keep the tip just below the surface for the first few seconds, listening for a light regular tearing sound.

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