Coffee Grind Size Chart
Coffee grind size chart for pour over, French press, espresso, cold brew, AeroPress and more. What each grind looks like and when to use it.
Grind size is one of the most powerful variables you control. Use this as a starting point, then adjust based on taste.
| Method | Grind | Looks Like |
|---|---|---|
| Espresso | Fine | Powdered sugar / flour |
| Moka Pot | Fine–Medium | Table salt |
| AeroPress | Medium-Fine | Table salt |
| Pour Over (V60) | Medium-Fine | Table salt to slightly coarser |
| Drip / Auto | Medium | Sand |
| Chemex | Medium-Coarse | Sea salt |
| French Press | Coarse | Sea salt / breadcrumbs |
| Cold Brew | Coarse | Sea salt / breadcrumbs |
If the cup is sour, try finer. If bitter, try coarser. See Why Coffee Tastes Bitter or Sour.