MOTTA Barista Milk Pitcher "Lady" – Italian stainless steel pitcher for latte art
The milk foam settles onto the espresso like wet paint, and with a small flick of the wrist a fine pattern grows out of a white dot. The Lady is built for exactly this moment: a pitcher from an Italian workshop that sits securely in the hand and pours cleanly.
A barista milk pitcher with a welded, heat-resistant handle and a spout for controlled latte art.
What makes the Lady
The Lady is made of 18/10 stainless steel (AISI 304) and manufactured entirely in Italy – Motta has been building pitchers like this for decades. The handle is welded and heat-resistant, so it stays comfortable in the hand even with warm milk, and the spout is designed for clean pouring.
When steaming milk, it's the interplay that counts: the milk proteins stabilise the fine air bubbles, the fat gives the foam its silky density, and the shape guides the pour. The Lady comes in several sizes – 350, 450 and 600 millilitres – for a single drink or for two cups. Our opinion is one of many.
At a glance
| Type |
barista milk pitcher with handle |
| Capacity |
350, 450 or 600 ml (depending on variant) |
| Material |
18/10 stainless steel (AISI 304) |
| Origin |
made in Italy |
| Handle |
welded, heat-resistant |
Who it's for
For everyone looking for a solidly built pitcher from Italian manufacturing – from a single cappuccino to two cups. Anyone who values a well-fitting, heat-resistant handle will find it here.
What you combine it with
Your machine's steam wand shapes the foam. From the compact one for the coffee corner to La Marzocco, you'll find them in our espresso machines; our advisory tool helps with the choice.
Want to compare other shapes: affordable and precise are the pitchers from the Normcore Collection, while the Weber Workshops Collection shows the especially finely crafted side. And beneath the milk, the espresso carries it – dense espresso beans round off the drink.
Frequently asked questions
Which size should I choose?
The 350 ml version is ideal for a single drink, 450 and 600 ml suit larger cups or two milk drinks. Fill the pitcher only about halfway when steaming.
What material is the Lady made of?
From 18/10 stainless steel (AISI 304), made entirely in Italy. The handle is welded and heat-resistant.
Is it suitable for practicing latte art?
Yes. The spout gives you a controlled pour, and the well-fitting handle helps with the calm flick of the wrist.
Can I see the pitcher in person before buying?
Of course. In our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zürich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) you can experience it live. Online we deliver in 2–4 working days, throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein.
Tip from our coffee roastery
For milk drinks with a present espresso, full-bodied roasts are our first choice: Cozy Chocolate and Nutty Delight with chocolate and nutty notes. For maximum body without acidity, the Very Nutty, for a fruity experience, the Wild Peach. That's our recommendation – one of many.
