Coffee Beans in Grams: How Many Grams in a Cup?

Convert coffee beans from cups to grams and ounces with precision for any recipe.

Reviewed by Shree • Last checked October 2026 • How we measure
Instant Answer Standard Cup Weight

1 cup of coffee beans weighs 70 grams.

70 grams

≈ 2.47 oz (weight)

Level cup, spooned in (not packed)
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1 cup of Coffee beans weighs 70 grams.

70 grams ≈ 2.47 oz
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70g (2.47 oz)

Level, unpacked US cup
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Coffee beans

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Coffee beans cups to grams

Complete conversion reference chart for standard US cup measurements to grams and ounces.

Coffee beans cups to grams conversion chart
Cups (US) Grams (g) Ounces (oz)
1/8 cup 9g 0.32 oz
1/4 cup 17.5g 0.62 oz
1/3 cup 23.1g 0.81 oz
1/2 cup 35g 1.23 oz
2/3 cup 47g 1.66 oz
3/4 cup 53g 1.87 oz
1 cup 70g 2.47 oz
1 1/2 cups 105g 3.7 oz
2 cups 140g 4.94 oz
3 cups 210g 7.41 oz
4 cups 280g 9.88 oz
5 cups 350g 12.35 oz

1 cup of whole coffee beans weighs 70 grams. Whole beans are bulky with lots of air space, which is why they weigh much less than ground coffee per cup. For espresso recipes calling for weight, always use grams.

For the most accurate results, weigh your coffee beans with a digital kitchen scale — the values below assume a level, unpacked cup.

Frequently asked questions

How many grams is 1 cup of coffee beans?

1 cup of coffee beans weighs 70g.

How many grams is 1/2 cup of coffee beans?

1/2 cup of coffee beans weighs 35g.

How many grams is 1/4 cup of coffee beans?

1/4 cup of coffee beans weighs 17.5g.

How many cups is 100g of coffee beans?

100g of coffee beans is approximately 1.43 cups.

How many grams is 2 cups of coffee beans?

2 cups of coffee beans weighs 140g.

How many grams is 1/3 cup of coffee beans?

1/3 cup of coffee beans weighs 23.1g.

How many ounces is 1 cup of coffee beans?

1 cup of coffee beans weighs approximately 2.5 ounces (70g).

How many grams is 3 cups of coffee beans?

3 cups of coffee beans weighs 210g.

Common mistakes to avoid with coffee beans

  • Using pre-ground coffee instead of grinding beans fresh for better flavor.
  • Storing coffee beans in the fridge, causing condensation and staleness.
  • Using boiling water for brewing, leading to over-extraction and bitterness.

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