Is 20 BAR really better than 15 BAR when it comes to the quality or the flavor of your espresso? The answer is yes! There is indeed a difference in quality for your espressos and crema when it comes down to whether or not you use a 15 bar espresso machine or a 20 BAR … Read more
15 bars is the max amount of pressure the pump in the espresso machine can apply during brewing While that is the max amount of pressure, it doesn’t mean espresso should be extracted at such high pressure. The recommend extraction pressure is about 8 or 9 bars. Is 15 or 20 bar better for espresso … Read more
Its pressure is strong enough that it can force out the flavor of the coffee grounds for a moderately strong taste and can create some crema, though not quite that picture-perfect iconic look you may be familiar with. An espresso machine with 15 to 20 BARS is where you truly want your Espresso Machine to … Read more
When making espresso, you usually want nine bars of pressure, or nine times the weight of the pressure at sea level. “Espresso has a long history, and the best espresso is extracted at nine bars” Stephen tells me. To gain some perspective on this, think about pumping up your car or bicycle tire. Is 15 … Read more