How much coffee grinds to use?

[Neal]

I have been careless about how much coffee to grind with my drip brewer and have most likely been using too much. Yesterday's brew didn't taste that great so I figured it's time to do my homework. A quick google search says 1-2 tablespoons per 6 oz of coffee. So this morning I did my job of following the guidance and it's amazing how much better it tastes!!!

Yeah, I know...a little behind on these things...okay, a lot!

 

[redbaron]

For a 12 cup coffee maker it’s 1.25 to 1.5 cups of ground coffee.

The darker the roast, go less on the grind to offset the bitter. I have a really dark bean I like and it’s a 1.25cup for the perfect taste.

I also think it tastes better in a larger portion than it does in the kcup, but that’s probably a personal preference

 

[Buster]

I use right at 1.5 tablespoons per cup.

I have been weening myself down from the pot of coffee a day I used to drink to where I now put 4 cups in the brewer if it's just me drinking coffee. Sure do sleep a lot better but miss that all day coffee.

 

[Boat Bum]

I also think it tastes better in a larger portion than it does in the kcup, but that’s probably a personal preference

I absolutely believe that.

 

[Kevin D Pem]

I drink one mug a day (or not at all). I add three scoops (don't know the size) to the stove top espresso pot, and three or four crushed cloves in hot water used to dilute the espresso. I use my burr grinder for very finely ground coffee (goes further that way). Because I use a burr grinder I get less oil so not at all bitter.

 

[SGilbert]

Easy peasy: I use Keurig cups. Pre measured and fresh every time.

 

[GTS225]

WOW! You guys like strong coffee. I put three tablespoons in the filter for the 12-cup line on the Mr. Coffee carafe, but we both use flavored creamers. (I also use about 3/4-shot of irish cream in just one cup a day.)
Am I waayyyy under-use on the grounds?

Roger