Water Mixing Calculator
AdvancedCalculate the exact amount of mineral concentrate or packets to add to distilled water for optimal coffee brewing. Target specific water profiles for different brewing methods.
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Water Requirements
How much brewing water do you need?
Specialty Coffee Association recommended water
x concentrate
Target Profile
TDS: 150 mg/L
Hardness: 75 mg/L
Alkalinity: 40 mg/L
Mixing Instructions
Concentrate Method
15000.0ml
Mineral Concentrate
-14000ml
Distilled Water
Mix 15000.0ml of 10x concentrate with -14000ml distilled water
Mineral Packet Method
1
Packet
1000ml
Water per Packet
Use 1 packet with 1000ml distilled water each
💧 Water Quality Tips
• Use distilled or RO water as base
• Mix thoroughly before brewing
• Store mixed water for up to 1 week
• Test with TDS meter if available
Water Profile Reference
| Profile | TDS | Hardness | Alkalinity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCA Standard | 150 mg/L | 75 mg/L | 40 mg/L | Specialty Coffee Association recommended water |
| Third Wave Water | 135 mg/L | 85 mg/L | 45 mg/L | Popular mineral packet profile |
| Light Roast Optimized | 130 mg/L | 60 mg/L | 30 mg/L | Lower minerals for brighter acidity |
| Dark Roast Optimized | 180 mg/L | 90 mg/L | 50 mg/L | Higher minerals for body and sweetness |
| Espresso Water | 200 mg/L | 100 mg/L | 60 mg/L | Higher mineral content for espresso extraction |
Water Chemistry Tips
Higher TDS extracts more flavor but can overwhelm delicate notes
Lower alkalinity highlights acidity in light roasts
Moderate hardness provides body and mouthfeel
Espresso benefits from higher mineral content than filter coffee