How to read the score
A score of 90 or more in the Milk & Foam Matcher marks an easy place to begin. Scores in the high seventies and eighties may need a little more technique. Lower scores mean results vary more; they do not mean the combination cannot work.
These are comparison scores, not percentages or consumer ratings. Use them to choose between the tools already in your kitchen.
Tool characteristics
A handheld frother offers direct control over depth in a small batch. A French press moves liquid repeatedly through a mesh and can be useful for a larger volume. A sealed jar requires no dedicated equipment but tends to create less refined bubbles. A blender can handle volume but may be inefficient for a single serving.
Actual results still vary with motor power, mesh design, container width and batch size.
Why plant milk is less predictable
Plant drinks with the same front-label name can use different protein levels, oils, gums and stabilizers. Barista versions are made for foaming, but the label does not make every brand behave the same way.
When a plant milk performs poorly, use the failure diagnosis tool and change only one variable: chill it more, use a narrower container, reduce syrup or try another formulation. Changing all four at once teaches you very little.
How to use the score
Choose the milk you already have, compare available tools and begin with the highest-scoring practical option. If you only own a jar, the lower score is not a reason to buy equipment; expect larger bubbles and serve promptly.
Once you find a combination that works, keep using it—even if another option scores higher.
QUICK ANSWERS
Frequently asked questions
Is 96 a measured success rate?
No. It is a comparison score that helps you choose between milk-and-tool combinations.
Do I need a milk frother?
No. A sealed jar or French press can be a reasonable starting tool with different texture expectations.
Why does almond milk score lower?
Brand formulas vary widely, so results tend to be less predictable—not impossible.
Build a recipe for your cup.
Choose a cup size, milk and sweetness to get the amounts and first texture cue.