Coffee Ratio Calculator
Golden-ratio coffee brewing: grounds and water for pour-over, French press, espresso, or cold brew.
Coffee grounds (g)
31.25
Breakdown
- Water (g)
- 500
- Ratio used
- 1:16
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FAQ
What is the golden ratio for coffee?
A common starting point is 1 g of coffee per 16 g of water (about 1:16). Adjust to taste: 1:15 is stronger, 1:17 is lighter.
How many grams of coffee per cup?
For a 250 ml cup at 1:16, use about 15.6 g of ground coffee. Two cups need roughly 31 g.
What is the golden ratio for coffee?
A widely used starting point is 1 g of coffee per 16–17 g of water (about 1:16). Adjust to taste: stronger at 1:15, lighter at 1:18.
How much coffee do I need for one cup?
A 250 ml cup at 1:16 needs about 15–16 g of ground coffee, roughly one heaped tablespoon per 100 ml as a rough guide.
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