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French Press Ratio Calculator

French press needs a touch more coffee. Get the grams for a rich, full-bodied cup at a 1:14 ratio.

Water (ml)

Ratio — 1 : 14

Strong 1:10Light 1:20

Use this much coffee

30.0 g

≈ 6.0 tbsp · 3.0 scoops · Strong & heavy

420

ml water

1:14

brew ratio

30.0

g coffee

Weigh coffee and water with a scale for the most consistent cup. 1 g of water ≈ 1 ml.

Frequently asked questions

French press works best around 1:12 to 1:15. A 1:14 ratio — roughly 30 g of coarse coffee to 420 ml of water — gives a rich, full-bodied cup.

Enter your water and ratio to get the exact grams of coffee for a perfectly balanced cup — for any brew method.

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The AeroPress is flexible — brew a concentrated 1:14 shot or a longer cup. Get your grams instantly.