Brew Ratio Calculator

Precision Brewing,
Every Cup

Calculate exact coffee-to-water ratios for any brew method. From pour-over to French press — dial in your dose in seconds.

Pour-Over French Press Aeropress Chemex

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Coffee Dose 22.4 g

Water Volume 358 ml

Brew Ratio 1 : 16

TDS Target 1.35%

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Brew Ratio Calculator

Find Your Perfect Ratio

Enter your brew method and desired yield. The calculator returns the optimal coffee dose, water volume, and extraction parameters.

Coffee Dose—

Water Volume—

Brew Ratio—

Est. Brew Time—

Grind Recommendation—

TDS Estimate—

How It Works

Three Steps to a Better Cup

Select Your Brew Method

Choose from pour-over, French press, Aeropress, Chemex, or cold brew. Each method applies optimized default ratios.

Enter Water Volume

Specify how much water you want to use — or how much finished coffee you want to drink — and adjust the ratio as needed.

Read Your Results

Instant output: coffee dose, brew time estimate, grind recommendation, and TDS target. Copy to clipboard with one click.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a brew ratio?

A brew ratio is the proportion of coffee grounds to water, expressed as 1:X. A 1:16 ratio means 1 gram of coffee for every 16 ml of water.

What ratio should I use for pour-over?

Most specialty baristas use 1:15 to 1:17 for pour-over. The default in BeanCraft is 1:16, which balances extraction and clarity well for medium-roast beans.

What is TDS and why does it matter?

Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) measures the concentration of extracted compounds in your brew. The SCA recommends 1.15–1.45% for filter coffee — outside this range, the cup will taste weak or bitter.

How is the brew time estimated?

Brew time is calculated from the method, grind size, and water volume using standard extraction curves. It is an approximation — actual times vary with grinder, water temperature, and pour technique.

Can I use this for cold brew?

Yes. Select Cold Brew in the method dropdown. The calculator adjusts to a 1:8 ratio baseline, appropriate for concentrate. You can manually increase the ratio for a ready-to-drink strength.

Is BeanCraft free to use?

BeanCraft is entirely free, with no account, no tracking, and no usage limits. All calculations run locally in your browser.

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