How Many Spoons of Coffee Per Cup?
Making the perfect cup of coffee is an art and the precise amount of coffee grounds and water needed to make a great cup of coffee varies depending on the type of brewing method being used. When manually measuring out coffee grounds, many people rely on spoons as a quick and easy way to measure out their grounds. So, how many spoons of coffee should be used per cup?
Standard Coffee Cups
When making a standard sized cup of coffee (5 to 8 ounces), many people recommend measuring out two tablespoons of ground coffee beans. It is generally thought that two tablespoons of grounds (around 10 to 12 grams) can yield a standard 5 to 8 ounce cup of coffee.
Large Coffee Cups
If your cup of coffee is larger than 8 ounces, you may need to adjust the measurement accordingly. For example, if making a larger cup of coffee (12 to 16 ounces), some sources recommend measuring out three tablespoons of ground coffee beans. This is because the larger size of the cup will require more grounds for the water used.
Useful Tips
Here are some useful tips to help you make the perfect cup of coffee:
- Look for freshly roasted coffee beans. Roasted coffee beans should not be stale as they will not have the flavor and aroma that freshly roasted beans do. Also, buy the amount you will use in two weeks or less.
- Be sure to grind the beans properly. Grinding beans too coarsely can result in weak coffee, whereas grinding them too finely can result in overly strong coffee. The coarseness of the grind should be determined by the type of brewing method used.
- Always use freshly boiled water to make your coffee. Water that is too cold or re-boiled can change the flavor of the coffee and make it taste poor.
- Experiment with different ratios of ground coffee and water until you find the mix that you think tastes best.
When it comes to he amount of spoons of coffee used per cup, the general rule of thumb is two tablespoons for a standard cup of 5 to 8 ounces and three tablespoons for a larger cup of 12 to 16 ounces. Of course, it is entirely up to the individual and their taste preferences.
