How much coffee for 2 liters of water?
Quick answer
For 2 liters of water in a pour-over, use 125 g of coffee (1:16 ratio), about 18 level tablespoons. For a stronger cup, use 133 g (1:15).
Makes about 13.5 cups of 150 ml.By method
2 liters of water, method by method.
A level tablespoon of ground coffee weighs about 7 g, though it varies with the grind. A scale is always more accurate.
| Method | Ratio | Coffee | Tablespoons | Grind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper filter (Melitta) | 1:15 | 133 g | ≈ 19 | Medium |
| Cloth filter | 1:15 | 133 g | ≈ 19 | Medium |
| Cold brew (concentrate) | 1:8 | 250 g | ≈ 35.5 | Coarse |
| Drip coffee maker | 1:17 | 118 g | ≈ 17 | Medium |
Questions
How many spoons of coffee for 2 liters?
About 18 level tablespoons (125 g) for pour-over, at a 1:16 ratio.