🥛 Ounces to Cups Converter
Convert any fluid ounce measurement into US cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, and metric units.
Enter fluid ounces or cups to keep recipes, bar menus, and beverage batches in sync. The calculator handles US liquid measurements and provides metric equivalents for global readers.
US liquid ounces. 8 fl oz equal 1 cup.
US customary cups. 1 cup = 236.588 mL.
Tablespoons (Tbsp)
16
Teaspoons (tsp)
48
Milliliters (mL)
236.59
Liters (L)
0.2366
How to Use This Calculator
Type your known value
Enter the amount in fluid ounces or cups—whichever you have from the recipe or container.
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The other field updates automatically, keeping both ounce and cup totals aligned.
Use the supporting units
Reference tablespoons, teaspoons, and metric measurements when scaling recipes or sharing instructions internationally.
Formula
Cups = Fluid Ounces Ă· 8
Fluid Ounces = Cups Ă— 8
1 cup = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons = 236.588 mL.
Use the formula breakdown to confirm the calculation logic or perform the conversion manually if needed.
Full Description
Fluid ounces and cups are core measurements in US kitchens and beverage programs. While 8 fl oz equals one cup, recipes often call for fractional cups or odd ounce amounts. This converter keeps the relationship exact, helping you scale batches, convert pan sizes, or adapt bartending specs with confidence.
The inclusion of tablespoons and teaspoons—along with metric conversions—makes the tool especially helpful when adapting recipes for audiences that prefer different unit systems. It supports chefs, mixologists, nutritionists, and home cooks alike.
Pair the converter with the Gallon Calculator or Drops to mL tool when working on large beverage batches or precise dosing projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this use US fluid ounces?
Yes. US liquid ounces (29.5735 mL) are used. UK fluid ounces (28.4131 mL) differ; adapt accordingly if working with imperial measurements.
Can I enter decimal cups?
Absolutely. The converter handles decimals for both ounces and cups, making it easy to scale recipes.
How accurate are the metric conversions?
They rely on the exact conversion 1 US gallon = 3.785411784 L, which yields precise liter and milliliter values.
What about dry ounces?
Dry ounces measure weight, not volume. This tool focuses on fluid ounces. For dry ingredients, use a weight converter.