Coffee Tablespoons to Grams
For ground coffee — 1 tablespoon ≈ 6 g (coarse) to 9 g (fine).
Conversion Table
| Tablespoons | Grams (coarse) | Grams (medium) | Grams (fine) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ½ tbsp | 3.0 g | 3.75 g | 4.5 g |
| 1 tbsp | 6.0 g | 7.5 g | 9.0 g |
| 1½ tbsp | 9.0 g | 11.25 g | 13.5 g |
| 2 tbsp | 12.0 g | 15.0 g | 18.0 g |
| 3 tbsp | 18.0 g | 22.5 g | 27.0 g |
| 4 tbsp | 24.0 g | 30.0 g | 36.0 g |
| 6 tbsp | 36.0 g | 45.0 g | 54.0 g |
| 8 tbsp | 48.0 g | 60.0 g | 72.0 g |
1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons. A standard coffee scoop = 2 tablespoons ≈ 15 g at medium grind. For accurate results, always use a scale.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of coffee?
Two tablespoons of ground coffee weighs approximately 15 g at medium grind. This is the standard volume of one coffee scoop and enough for a 225 ml cup at a 1:15 brew ratio.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of coffee?
One tablespoon of ground coffee weighs 6 g (coarse), 7.5 g (medium), or 9 g (fine grind). For everyday brewing, 7.5 g per tablespoon is a reliable estimate for medium-ground coffee.
How many tablespoons in a coffee scoop?
A standard coffee scoop holds 2 tablespoons, which equals approximately 15 g of medium-ground coffee. Some scoops are sized at 1 tablespoon — check the label or weigh your scoop to be sure.
How many tablespoons of coffee for a 12-cup pot?
A 12-cup drip machine typically brews 60 oz (about 1.8 L) of coffee. At the standard ratio of 1–2 tablespoons per 6 oz, you need 10–20 tablespoons (75–150 g). Most people land around 12–14 tablespoons for a balanced brew.