How this coffee for a crowd calculator works
Servings are converted to fluid ounces and gallons. Grounds are estimated from your grams-per-6-ounce brew ratio, with extra allowance applied.
How to use it
- People. Enter the value that applies to your situation.
- Cups per person. Enter the value that applies to your situation.
- Serving size. Enter the value in fl oz.
- Coffee grounds per 6 fl oz. Enter the value in grams.
- Extra allowance. Enter the value in %.
- Request the result. Add your email, then select “Email & show my result.”
What to do with the number
Coffee demand depends heavily on event time, weather and availability of tea or other caffeine. For urns or commercial brewers, use the manufacturer’s brew-volume markings and your preferred coffee-to-water ratio.
Planning estimate
Use this result as a starting point, not a guarantee. Product specifications, site conditions, manufacturer guidance, local codes, taxes, labor, tolerances, and rounding can change the real requirement or cost.