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Coffee to water ratio calculator
Get the exact coffee-to-water measurements for any brew method, serving size, and strength preference.
Exact ratios for every brew method
Quick answer
The standard coffee to water ratio is 1:15 (1 gram of coffee to 15 grams of water), or roughly 2 tablespoons per 6oz cup. Adjust stronger (1:13) or lighter (1:17) to taste.
Calculate your ratio
Coffee
47
grams
Water
708
ml
Ratio
1:15
standard
Brew note: Balanced extraction. If too sour → grind finer. If too bitter → grind coarser.
Medium (table salt) · 195-205°F (90-96°C) · 4-6 minutes
Drip Coffee ratio reference
| Cups | Water | Coffee (g) | Coffee (tbsp) | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 177 ml | 12 g | 2 tbsp | 1:15 |
| 2 cups | 354 ml | 24 g | 4 tbsp | 1:15 |
| 4 cups | 708 ml | 47 g | 9 tbsp | 1:15 |
| 6 cups | 1062 ml | 71 g | 13 tbsp | 1:15 |
| 8 cups | 1416 ml | 94 g | 18 tbsp | 1:15 |
| 10 cups | 1770 ml | 118 g | 22 tbsp | 1:15 |
| 12 cups | 2124 ml | 142 g | 27 tbsp | 1:15 |
All brew methods
French Press
1:10 — 1:15
Full-bodied, rich. 4 min steep.
Pour Over
1:15 — 1:17
Clean, nuanced. V60, Kalita, Chemex.
Cold Brew
1:4 — 1:8
Concentrate or ready-to-drink.
Espresso
1:1.5 — 1:2.5
Intense, pressurized extraction.
Moka Pot
1:6 — 1:8
Stovetop, strong, espresso-like.
Chemex
1:15 — 1:17
Ultra-clean, bright, paper-filtered.
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Common questions
Use 2 level tablespoons (about 10-12g) of ground coffee per 6oz cup of water. For a stronger brew, increase to 2.5 tablespoons. A standard coffee scoop holds exactly 2 tablespoons.