coffee brewing time calculator

Calculate coffee ratios, brewing times, and caffeine content for the perfect cup.

Coffee Brewing Guide

This calculator provides optimal ratios and timing for different coffee brewing methods:

Standard Coffee Ratios:

  • • Light: 1:18 (1 part coffee to 18 parts water)
  • • Medium: 1:16 (1 part coffee to 16 parts water)
  • • Strong: 1:14 (1 part coffee to 14 parts water)

Brewing Methods:

  • Drip Coffee: 4-6 minutes, medium grind
  • French Press: 4 minutes, coarse grind
  • Pour Over: 2-3 minutes, medium-fine grind
  • Espresso: 25-30 seconds, fine grind
  • Cold Brew: 12-24 hours, coarse grind

Caffeine Content:

  • Average: 95mg per 8oz cup
  • Espresso: 63mg per 1oz shot
  • Cold Brew: 200mg per 8oz cup
  • Decaf: 2-5mg per 8oz cup

Pro Tips

  • • Use freshly ground coffee for best flavor
  • • Water temperature should be 195-205°F
  • • Store coffee beans in airtight containers
  • • Clean equipment regularly for consistent taste
  • • Experiment with grind size for optimal extraction
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