The Master 4-Cup Coffee Guide: Tablespoon Ratios for Drip, French Press, and Pour-Over
A solid morning brew comes down to repeatable numbers. For any standard 4-cup batch, begin with 7 level tablespoons of medium-ground coffee against 24 ounces of fresh water.
Take a sip before reaching for milk or sugar. If the coffee feels heavy or dries out your palate, drop down to 6 tablespoons on the next run. If it tastes sour or thin, step up to 8. Once you identify the tablespoon count that hits your preferred extraction sweet spot, stick to level scoops to keep every morning brew consistent.
