The kitchen measure or measuring cup is an indispensable tool for portioning cooking and baking ingredients such as flour, sugar, milk, water, and other cold or hot liquids. Inside the measuring cup are two scales, one indicating liters in centiliters and depending on the size of the measuring cup, also in 1/4 or 1/8 liters – which corresponds to the traditional Austrian unit of measurement for fluids. The measuring cup features a convenient side handle and a spout, called a beak, that facilitates pouring liquids. The enamel measuring cup is also excellent for warming precisely measured liquids like milk or water for yeast dough or soup for risotto. However, it should be cooked with a small flame since the diameter of the bottom is very small. When warming milk, it is advisable to add some water to prevent scorching.