Coffee To Water Ratio For French Press, Drip, Pour-Over, AeroPress and Espresso

I don't know about y'all, but I like to serve different coffees in different ways depending on who is sharing a cup with me. Obviously we are fans of the French press but we too dabble in alternative brewing methods, so I made us a master list here on the blog, so I'd have one place to go to brush up on the ideal coffee to water ratio for various brewing methods. 

French Press:

• A common coffee-to-water ratio for French press brewing is about 1:15 to 1:17, meaning 1 part coffee to 15-17 parts water. For example, if you're using 1 ounce (28 grams) of coffee, you would typically use about 15 to 17 ounces (450 to 510 milliliters) of water.

Drip Coffee Maker:

• Drip coffee makers often use a coffee-to-water ratio of about 1:20 to 1:30. This means 1 part coffee to 20-30 parts water. For example, for 1 ounce (28 grams) of coffee, you would use about 20 to 30 ounces (600 to 900 milliliters) of water.

Pour-Over (e.g., Chemex):

• Pour-over methods typically use a coffee-to-water ratio of about 1:15 to 1:18. This means 1 part coffee to 15-18 parts water. For 1 ounce (28 grams) of coffee, you would use about 15 to 18 ounces (450 to 540 milliliters) of water.

Espresso:

• Espresso is a concentrated coffee brewing method with a much lower coffee-to-water ratio. The typical espresso ratio is about 1:1.5 to 1:2, meaning 1 part coffee to 1.5-2 parts water. For 1 ounce (28 grams) of coffee, you would use about 1.5 to 2 ounces (45 to 60 milliliters) of water.

AeroPress:

• The AeroPress is known for its versatility, but it often uses a coffee-to-water ratio of about 1:10 to 1:12. This means 1 part coffee to 10-12 parts water. For 1 ounce (28 grams) of coffee, you would use about 10 to 12 ounces (300 to 360 milliliters) of water.

It's important to note that these ratios can vary based on personal taste. Some people prefer stronger coffee and may use a higher coffee-to-water ratio, while others prefer a milder brew and may use a lower ratio. The key is to experiment and adjust the ratios to find the flavor and strength that you enjoy most. Hope this helps! Let the club know if you have anything to add or if something better works for you!