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Espresso Yield

Calculate espresso yield, dose, and extraction time based on your basket size and target brew ratio for a perfect shot every time.

Inputs

Results

Yield

36 g

Dose18 g
Brew Ratio1:2
Target Extraction Time23–33s
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Select your basket size (single 7 g, double 18 g, or triple 21 g).
  2. Set your target brew ratio (e.g., 1:2 for standard espresso, 1:3 for lungo).
  3. The calculator shows dose in grams, target yield in grams, brew ratio, and target extraction time range.
  4. Weigh the dose, tamp evenly, and stop extraction when the scale reads the target yield.

How the result changes with Target Brew Ratio

Target Brew RatioYield
1.425.2 g
2.443.2 g
3.664.8 g
4.682.8 g

What each input means

Basket Size
The portafilter basket size determines your dose.
Target Brew Ratio
Coffee-to-yield ratio. 1:2 is standard, 1:1 is ristretto, 1:3+ is lungo.

How this is calculated

Worked example, using the default values

  1. Identify Input Parameters
    Basket Size = 2, Target Brew Ratio = 2 = 2 input(s) provided
  2. Calculate Yield
    Yield
    36 = 36
  3. Calculate Dose
    Dose
    18 = 18
  4. Calculate Brew Ratio
    Brew Ratio
    1:2 = 1:2

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