Kalita Wave Calculator
How much coffee for a Kalita Wave? Choose your size and brew style to get grams of coffee, water, temperature and brew time.
How much coffee do I use in a Kalita Wave?
About 19 g for the Wave 155 (300 ml of water) and 31 g for the Wave 185 (500 ml) at a 1:16 ratio. Go 1:15 for a bolder cup.
What grind size is best for a Kalita Wave?
Medium, like table salt to slightly finer. The flat bed is forgiving, but too fine will stall the draw-down. See the
grind size guide.
How long should a Kalita Wave brew take?
Aim for 2:45 to 3:30 total, including a 30 second bloom. Slower than that means grind coarser; faster means grind finer.
What water temperature should I use?
Between 93 and 96 C (199 to 205 F). Hotter water extracts light roasts better; go cooler for dark roasts. See the
water temperature guide.
Is a Kalita Wave different from a V60?
Yes. The Wave has a flat bed and three small holes, so extraction is more even and forgiving than the V60 cone. Compare with the
pour-over calculator.
Which coffee is best for a Kalita Wave?