Signing up for a coffee subscription is a fantastic way to keep your favourite brew on hand without the hassle of running out—or accidentally stocking up on too much. But how do you figure out how much coffee you actually need each week, fortnight, or month? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! Here’s an easy guide to help you calculate the perfect amount based on how much coffee you drink.

Step 1: Know Your Daily Coffee Habits

Start by asking yourself a simple question: how many cups of coffee do you drink each day? Don’t forget to count the occasional second (or third!) cup if you’re a big coffee lover, and include any other household coffee drinkers.

• Example: If you and your partner each drink two cups a day, that’s four cups daily.

Step 2: Work Out How Much Coffee You Use Per Cup

On average, one cup of coffee requires about two tablespoons of coffee grounds, or roughly 10–12 grams if you’re weighing it. For larger mugs or stronger coffee, you might use closer to 15 grams per cup.

• Tip: If you use a scoop or just eyeball it, that’s totally fine—just keep your usual serving size in mind!

Step 3: Add It All Up for the Week

Now, take your daily coffee habits and multiply them by the number of days in a week. Then, multiply that by how much coffee you use per cup.

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  • You drink 4 cups a day.
  • You use about 12 grams of coffee per cup.
  • That’s 4 × 12 = 48 grams per day.
  • Over a week: 48 × 7 = 336 grams per week.

Step 4: Match It to Your Subscription

Subscriptions often let you choose how often you want your coffee delivered—weekly, every two weeks, or monthly. Here’s how to estimate what you’ll need:

• Weekly Subscription: Just use your weekly total (e.g., 336 grams).
• Fortnightly Subscription: Double your weekly amount (e.g., 336 × 2 = 672 grams).
• Monthly Subscription: Multiply by about 4 (e.g., 336 × 4 = 1.3 kilograms).

Step 5: Don’t Forget the Extras

• Guests or Family Gatherings: Will you need more coffee for visitors or events? Add a little extra to your subscription if you often entertain.
• Brewing Style: Some methods, like espresso, use more coffee per serving, while others, like French press, might use less. Think about how you brew most often.
• Strength Preferences: Love bold, strong coffee? You’ll likely use more grounds per cup.

Start Small and Adjust

If you’re unsure, start with a smaller amount for your first delivery. Track how quickly you go through it, then adjust your subscription as needed. Many coffee services make it super easy to tweak your order size or frequency.

With this simple approach, you’ll always have just the right amount of fresh coffee to fuel your days—no waste, no last-minute dashes to the store. Happy brewing!

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