Ground Coffee Converter
Weigh ground coffee by grind and how it is packed.
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Why Grams to Teaspoon Differs by Ingredient
A teaspoon is a unit of volume (~4.93 mL), whereas a gram is a unit of mass/weight. Therefore, 1 tsp of dense table salt weighs ~5.7g, whereas 1 tsp of airy powdered flour weighs only ~2.6g.
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Quick Grams to Teaspoon Reference Charts
Common Sugar Grams to Teaspoon
| Grams | Teaspoons | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 2.1 g | 0.5 tsp | ½ tsp |
| 4.2 g | 1.0 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 8.3 g | 2.0 tsp | 2 tsp |
| 12.5 g | 3.0 tsp | 1 tbsp (3 tsp) |
| 25.0 g | 6.0 tsp | 2 tbsp |
Table Salt Grams to Teaspoon
| Grams | Teaspoons | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4 g | 0.25 tsp | ¼ tsp |
| 2.8 g | 0.5 tsp | ½ tsp |
| 5.7 g | 1.0 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 11.4 g | 2.0 tsp | 2 tsp |
| 17.1 g | 3.0 tsp | 1 tbsp |
All-Purpose Flour Grams to Teaspoon
| Grams | Teaspoons | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3 g | 0.5 tsp | ½ tsp |
| 2.6 g | 1.0 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 5.2 g | 2.0 tsp | 2 tsp |
| 7.8 g | 3.0 tsp | 1 tbsp |
| 31.2 g | 12.0 tsp | ¼ cup (4 tbsp) |
How Ground Coffee Converter Works?
The Ground Coffee Converter works by dividing grams of ground coffee by 1.8 g per level US teaspoon of medium-ground coffee. Finer espresso grinds pack heavier, and coarse grinds weigh less.
Set the ratio
Pick a brew ratio. The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) golden ratio is 55 g of coffee per litre of water.
Enter grams
Type the coffee dose, such as 18 g for a pour-over.
Scoop and level
Level each spoon. A standard 2-tbsp coffee scoop holds about 10.8 g.
Ground Coffee Converter Formula
The Ground Coffee Converter formula is teaspoons = grams of ground coffee ÷ 1.8.
tsp = g ÷ 1.8 | 1 tbsp = 5.4 g | SCA ratio: 55 g per 1 L (1:18)
- 18 g of ground coffee ÷ 5.4 = 3.33 tbsp for a 300 mL pour-over.
- 55 g of ground coffee ÷ 5.4 = 10.19 tbsp for 1 L of drip coffee.
- 1 tbsp of ground coffee = 5.4 g.
Ground Coffee Converter Conversion Table
The Ground Coffee Converter conversion table converts 11 coffee doses from 1 g to 55 g into teaspoons and tablespoons at 1.8 g per US teaspoon.
| Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Teaspoons (tsp) | Nearest Spoon | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 g | 0.035 oz | 0.56 tsp | ½ tsp | 0.19 tbsp |
| 2 g | 0.071 oz | 1.11 tsp | 1 ⅛ tsp | 0.37 tbsp |
| 3 g | 0.106 oz | 1.67 tsp | 1 ⅔ tsp | 0.56 tbsp |
| 5 g | 0.176 oz | 2.78 tsp | 2 ¾ tsp | 0.93 tbsp |
| 7 g | 0.247 oz | 3.89 tsp | 3 ⅞ tsp | 1.3 tbsp |
| 10 g | 0.353 oz | 5.56 tsp | 5 ½ tsp | 1.85 tbsp |
| 14 g | 0.494 oz | 7.78 tsp | 7 ¾ tsp | 2.59 tbsp |
| 18 g | 0.635 oz | 10 tsp | 10 tsp | 3.33 tbsp |
| 20 g | 0.705 oz | 11.11 tsp | 11 ⅛ tsp | 3.7 tbsp |
| 30 g | 1.058 oz | 16.67 tsp | 16 ⅔ tsp | 5.56 tbsp |
| 55 g | 1.94 oz | 30.56 tsp | 30 ½ tsp | 10.19 tbsp |
What is Ground Coffee Converter?
The Ground Coffee Converter is a calculator that converts grams of ground coffee into teaspoons, tablespoons and coffee scoops. Brew guides list coffee in grams, while many home brewers own only spoons and scoops.
Ground coffee density changes with roast and grind. Dark roasts are less dense than light roasts, and fine espresso grinds pack tighter than coarse French-press grinds. The 1.8 g value fits a medium grind for drip and pour-over.
What are the uses of Ground Coffee Converter?
There are 4 main uses of the Ground Coffee Converter: drip coffee makers, pour-over and French press, cold brew, and baking with coffee.
Drip coffee
A 10-cup (1.25 L) drip pot uses 70 g of coffee, about 13 tbsp.
French press
A 1 L French press uses 60 g of coarse coffee, about 11 tbsp.
Cold brew
Cold brew concentrate uses 100 g of coffee per litre, about 18.5 tbsp.
Baking
Tiramisu and mocha cakes add 5 g of finely ground coffee, about 2 ¾ tsp.
Ground Coffee Converter Measuring Tips
- 1 level US teaspoon of ground coffee weighs ~1.80 grams (approx 5.4g per tablespoon).
- Coarse French press grounds weigh less per spoon than fine espresso grinds.