The piece you're looking for likely refers to the book The Physics of Filter Coffee by astrophysicist Jonathan Gagné . Published in 2021 by Scott Rao Coffee Books
A proper physics PDF will include a Pour Height Nomogram—a chart linking kettle spout diameter, flow rate, and optimal height to maintain laminar, non-splashing flow (typically 3–7 cm above the slurry). The Physics Of Filter Coffee Pdf
You can often find authorized digital copies or physical versions through Scott Rao’s website or Coffee Ad Astra . The piece you're looking for likely refers to
Just finished "The Physics of Filter Coffee" by Jonathan Gagné. ☕️🔭 Wetting (0–5 sec): Water penetrates pores; CO₂ released
Temperature drives the speed of chemical reactions (kinetics). Heat management is a battle against the Second Law of Thermodynamics (entropy/heat loss).
In filter coffee, brewing is primarily a where gravity drives water through a porous bed of coffee grounds.