The Steam Engine on Your Stove: Thermodynamics of the Moka Pot

Published on July 13, 2023, 7:50 p.m.

In the vast spectrum of coffee brewing methods, the Moka pot occupies a unique middle ground. It sits squarely between the grav…

The Fluid Dynamics of Morning Rituals: Understanding Low-Pressure Extraction

Published on July 11, 2023, 3:14 p.m.

Coffee brewing is often simplified into two categories: gravity-fed methods (like drip or pour-over) and high-pressure methods …

The Thermodynamics of Tradition: Why Aluminum Defines the Moka Pot

Published on Feb. 25, 2024, 2:03 p.m.

In the world of coffee, materials matter. The ceramic of a dripper, the glass of a carafe, the stainless steel of an espresso b…

The Physics of the Stovetop: Why Pressure Matters in Analog Brewing

Published on July 15, 2023, 10:20 a.m.

In the high-tech world of PID-controlled espresso machines and precision pour-over kettles, the humble stovetop coffee maker st…