CDN IRB220-F Milk Frothing & Beverage Thermometer

When you're learning to steam milk, having a temperature reading gives you one less thing to guess at. The CDN IRB220-F is a dial thermometer for milk frothing and beverage preparation, with a stainless steel probe and a 0–220°F range.

Use it to monitor temperature while practicing your latte or cappuccino routine. It gives you a reference point to compare from one drink to the next, rather than relying only on how the pitcher feels.

Why use a frothing thermometer?

• A visible temperature reading: Follow the dial as your milk warms and use that reading alongside your steaming technique.
• Recalibratable design: Check and adjust calibration as needed instead of treating the reading as permanently fixed.
• Stainless steel probe: A practical material for a tool used in beverage preparation.
• Protective sheath with a second purpose: The sheath also functions as a calibration wrench.
• NSF certification: An additional product credential for this beverage thermometer.

Who is the CDN IRB220-F for?

This is a good fit for home espresso drinkers who want to pay closer attention to milk temperature, or anyone building a more repeatable beverage routine. It's a straightforward tool for practicing rather than adding another screen to your setup.

You can also use it to monitor beverages such as hot chocolate or tea within its measuring range. The thermometer helps you track temperature; milk texture and latte art still depend on how you steam and pour.

Work it into your routine

Check the thermometer's fit and recommended probe placement in your pitcher before starting. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for use, calibration, and cleaning, and keep the dial where you can read it while preparing the drink.

Make a note of the temperature and how the milk tasted and poured. Comparing those observations across a few drinks is more useful than expecting one tool to fix every part of the process.

Product specifications

• Brand: CDN
• Model: IRB220-F
• Type: Dial beverage and frothing thermometer
• Measuring range: 0–220°F / −18–104°C
• Probe: Stainless steel
• Calibration: Recalibratable; protective sheath doubles as a calibration wrench
• Certification: NSF
• Warranty: Five years

A simple temperature check can help you understand your routine. Start there, then keep practicing the parts that make your drink yours.