As a coffee lover, there’s nothing better than a cup of your favorite roast brewed to perfection. Whether it’s to get you moving in the morning, a midday pick-me-up, or a soothing way to end the day, coffee is truly the perfect drink.

The problem is that even the best quality grinds can taste watered down or bitter if you’re not using the right amount. Fortunately, you don’t have to worry; we’ve got your back. As a coffee company that’s passionate about our roasts, we’ve made it our mission to help you make the perfect cup of Joe every time.

Why Does Measuring Matter?

Have you ever had a cup of coffee that immediately made you cringe? Maybe it was super watery with just the slightest hint of coffee flavor, or it practically knocked you over with its strength. No matter what side of the spectrum it is, there’s nothing quite as disappointing as bad coffee. That’s why measuring your grounds is important.

Taking a few moments to ensure you use the right amount of coffee is the best way to create that perfect cup every time.

How To Know How Much Coffee To Use

So exactly how much coffee grinds should you use when making coffee? That’s a great question! If you’re usually one to just pour your grounds into your coffee maker and hope for the best, knowing the correct amount to use can be a bit confusing. Thankfully, the measurements are pretty simple. As a general rule, in a standard coffee pot, you want to use one to two tablespoons of your favorite coffee grounds for every six ounces of water. If you want a milder result, go with one tablespoon; for a bolder brew, scoop out two. If you’re a type A personality and prefer to weigh your grounds for more exact measurements, a good baseline is ten to fifteen grams of coffee per six-ounce cup.

Coffee Grounds Measurements

• 2 Cups: ~1/8 to 1/4 cups (18 to 24g) or 2 to 4 tablespoons of coffee grounds
• 4 Cups: ~1/4 to 1/2 cups (40 to 60g ) or 4 to 8 tablespoons of ground coffee
• 6 Cups: ~1/2 to 3/4 cups (60 to 80g) or 8 to 10 tablespoons of ground coffee
• 8 Cups: ~3/4 to 1 cup (80 to 100g) or 10 to 12 tablespoons of ground coffee
• 10 Cups: ~1 cup to 1 1/8 cups ( 100 to 120g) or 12 to 14 tablespoons of ground coffee
• 12 Cups: ~1-1/8 to 1-1/4 cups (120 to 140g) or 14 to 16 tablespoons of ground coffee

Take a look at our quick-glance guide below.

Cups of Coffee	Tablespoons	Cups of Grinds	Grams of Grinds
2 Cups	2 to 4 tablespoons	⅛ to ¼ cups	18 to 24 grams
4 Cups	4 to 8 tablespoons	¼ to ½ cups	40 to 60 grams
6 Cups	8 to 10 tablespoons	½ to ¾ cups	60 to 80 grams
8 Cups	10 to 12 tablespoons	¾ to 1 cup	80 to 100 grams
10 Cups	12 to 14 tablespoons	1 to 1 ⅛ cups	100 to 120 grams
12 Cups	14 to 16 tablespoons	1 ⅛ to 1 ¼ cups	120 to 140 grams

Brewing a delicious cup of coffee is easy with the right measurements. You may need to play around with it to find the strengths that’s perfect for your pallet, and that’s ok. Coffee is an experience, and the journey is just as important as the destination.

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Does The Type Of Roast Matter When Measuring Coffee?

The blend you’re using can make a difference when measuring your coffee grounds, so it’s important to keep that in mind when brewing. For example, dark roast blends typically weigh less than lighter roasts since they’re not as dense. Darker roasts also dissolve faster, so adding too many grounds can create a more bitter flavor. Using a scale to measure can provide more consistency, but you can still get a great-tasting brew using tablespoon measurements. Starting with the lower measurement amount for dark roasts and working your way up is the best way to avoid making a coffee that’s too strong.

Brewing Tips

Here are a few of our top tips you can use to create a smooth, balanced, and delicious cup of of coffee every time.

Accuracy Matters

Weighing Is More Accurate

While it may sound like a bit of a pain, weighing your coffee grounds is the best way to get the most accurate measurements.

Adjust Based On Your Preference

There’s no one-size-fits-all way to make your coffee. It’s all about you and your preferences. If you like your brew to taste bold and strong, add more. For a lighter drink, go with less. There’s no right or wrong way!

Knowing the right measurement amount to use for your coffee is important, but if you’re not using quality grounds, you’re not getting the most out of your brew. Archery Coffee offers the finest slow-roasted coffee, crafted from high-quality, low-acidic beans. We take our job commitment to you seriously, which is why we only use sourced farm-direct beans that are always roasted to perfection. A portion of every sale goes to outdoor education and archery programs, so you can feel good knowing you’re supporting initiatives that teach and promote a love for the outdoors. When quality matters, Archery Coffee delivers like a perfectly tuned arrow!