Ratios 101 (Coffee : Water)

A ratio is how much coffee you use compared to water. It’s how professionals measure coffee worldwide.

The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) recommends 1:15–1:18 (coffee:water), meaning 1 gram coffee per 15–18 ml water.

• 30 g coffee × 15 = 450 ml water → stronger, fuller
• 30 g coffee × 18 = 540 ml water → lighter, brighter

Coffee Maker (Drip)

• Grind: medium

Medium Roast

• 10-Cup Coffee Maker → 6 tbsp
• 12-Cup Coffee Maker → 8 tbsp

Dark Roast

• 10-Cup Coffee Maker → 5 tbsp
• 12-Cup Coffee Maker → 7 tbsp

Adjust to taste: For a lighter cup, use 1 tbsp less. For a stronger cup, add 1 tbsp more.

✨ Clean Tip for a Better Cup: Run one cycle with fresh water only (no coffee) after brewing to rinse the machine and remove residues.

Espresso

• Ratio: 1:2
• Grind: very fine
• Water: 90–94°C
• Prep: Purge machine, clean portafilter before use.

Result: Strong and concentrated cup. Perfect base for cappuccino or latte.

V60

• Ratio: 1:14
• Grind: medium to medium-fine
• Water: 92–94°C
• Prep: 30 sec bloom, then pour in circles.

Result: Clear, bright cup with balanced acidity.

Chemex

• Ratio: 1:14
• Grind: medium-coarse
• Water: 92–94°C
• Prep: Use Chemex filter, spiral pour in stages.

Result: Clean, aromatic, delicate with more sweetness.

Aeropress

• Ratio: 1:14
• Grind: medium-fine
• Water: 85–90°C
• Prep: Inverted method recommended, ~2:30 min.

Result: Balanced sweetness and acidity, medium body.

Moka Pot

• Ratio: 1:7–1:10
• Grind: medium-fine
• Water: hot, fill base only (below valve)
• Prep: Fill basket without pressing, remove once coffee rises.

Result: Dense and strong, classic Italian-style coffee.

French Press

• Ratio: 1:14
• Grind: coarse
• Water: 92–94°C
• Prep: Steep 4 minutes, then press slowly.

Result: Bold, heavy-bodied coffee with rich texture.