The Physics of Pressure: Decoding the "20 Bar" Standard in Modern Home Espresso

Published on Sept. 16, 2024, 4:51 a.m.

In the lexicon of coffee, few numbers are as debated, marketed, and misunderstood as the "bar." Walk into a high-end specialty …

The Pressure Paradox: Vibration Pumps, 20 Bars, and the Physics of Home Espresso

Published on July 17, 2023, 8:36 p.m.

In the marketing of espresso machines, numbers are often wielded as weapons. The most prominent among them is **Bar**—the unit …

The Pressure Paradox: Why "20 Bar" is a Physics Lesson, Not a Feature

Published on July 20, 2023, 7:52 p.m.

In the crowded market of entry-level espresso machines, a number often screams from the box: **20 Bar Pressure**. The **FOHERE …

The Myth of 15 Bars: Understanding Pressure in Home Espresso

Published on Jan. 17, 2024, 8:20 a.m.

In the marketing brochures of entry-level espresso machines, one number is often shouted louder than any other: **15 Bars**. It…

The Myth and Math of Pressure: Understanding the Physics of the Perfect Espresso Shot

Published on July 17, 2023, 10:45 a.m.

In the world of coffee, few numbers are thrown around with as much reverence—and confusion—as "Bar." Walk into a high-end appli…