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Coffee to water ratio calculator

Grams of coffee and water for pour over, French press, espresso, moka and cold brew.

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About Coffee to water ratio calculator

Get grams of coffee and water for a brew method. A common starting point is 1 to 16 for pour over, about 1 to 15 for French press, 1 to 2 for espresso and 1 to 8 for cold brew concentrate. Weigh the coffee instead of using scoops, because beans vary in density.

How to use Coffee to water ratio calculator

  1. Choose a brew method such as pour over, French press or espresso.
  2. Enter how much coffee you want to make.
  3. Read the grams of coffee and water to use.

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Frequently asked questions

How much coffee do I need for 500 ml of water?

At a 1 to 16 ratio, use about 31 grams of coffee for 500 grams of water. Adjust stronger or weaker to taste.

What does the coffee ratio mean?

A ratio such as 1 to 16 means 1 gram of coffee for 16 grams of water. A smaller second number makes a stronger cup.

What if my coffee tastes bitter or sour?

Bitter coffee is often over-extracted, so grind coarser or shorten the brew. Sour coffee is often under-extracted, so grind finer or brew longer.

Is Coffee to water ratio calculator free?

Yes. Coffee to water ratio calculator on Toolipedia is free to use, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Is it safe to use?

Yes. Everything is worked out in your browser, and nothing you enter is sent to our server.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android and iPhone, as well as on tablets and computers. There's nothing to install.

Do I need an account?

No. Just open the page and use the tool. There's no sign-up and no email needed.

Can I put Coffee to water ratio calculator on my own website?

Yes. Use the Embed on your site button under the tool to copy a short piece of code and paste it into your page. It is free, needs no account, and the tool keeps working inside your page.

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