HomeGlossaryDoseCoffee glossaryDoseThe weight of dry ground coffee used for a brew or an espresso shot.Common doses are 15–20 g for a single cup of pour-over and 16–20 g for a double espresso, depending on the basket size.Read more about DoseHow Much Caffeine Is in Coffee? A Cup-by-Cup GuideHealth & Science Dialing InAll termsEspresso