Batch Scaling Around 120g Water
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 60g (2.12 oz) | ¼ cup | 59.9 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 120g (4.23 oz) | ½ cup | 119.8 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 180g (6.35 oz) | ¾ cup | 179.7 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 240g (8.47 oz) | 1 cup | 239.6 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 360g (12.7 oz) | 1 ½ cups + 1 tsp | 359.4 mL |
Measuring 120g of Water in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of water weighs 237g when measured poured liquid, 120 Grams (120g) translates to 0.51 US cups (½ cup).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ½ cup (8.1 tablespoons total) using poured liquid technique. Place a liquid measuring cup on a flat countertop and read the water meniscus at eye level. Standard water has a pure density of 1.00 g/mL, making 1 US cup exactly 237 grams (or 236.6g).
Source note: NIST Standard Reference Data; 1 US customary cup = 236.588 mL = 236.6 g pure water at 20°C
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 120 grams of water? ▾
120 grams of water (Poured liquid, 237g per US cup) equals ½ cup (0.51 US Customary Cups, 0.48 Metric 250 mL cups, or 8.1 tablespoons).
Why is 1 cup of water exactly 237 grams? ▾
One US customary cup equals 236.588 milliliters; since water has a metric density of 1 gram per milliliter at room temperature, it weighs 237 grams.
Does water temperature affect cup weight? ▾
Warm or cold water varies in density by less than 0.5% across normal cooking ranges, maintaining 237 grams for all culinary purposes.