Coffee for 4 cups
| Cup size | Water | 1:16 | 1:17 | 1:18 (SCA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 fl oz | 591 ml | 37 g | 35 g | 33 g |
| 6 fl oz | 710 ml | 44 g | 42 g | 39 g |
A coffee-maker “cup” is usually about 5 fl oz (148 ml) — check your machine’s manual. The SCA Golden Cup standard is 55 g per litre ±10% (SCA). Because the grounds hold back roughly twice their weight in water, you will pour out a little less than you put in.
Other pot sizes
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