Honey
US Tablespoon to Gram
US Cup (236ml)
336.0g
Metric Cup (250ml)
355.0g
A US cup (236.59ml) of honey weighs 336g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 355g. That's a 5.7% difference - make sure you know which cup size your recipe uses!
Honey — Quick Reference
Common us tablespoon to gram conversions
| US Tablespoon | Gram |
|---|---|
| ½ tbsp | 11g |
| 1 tbsp | 21g |
| 2 tbsp | 42g |
| 3 tbsp | 63g |
| 4 tbsp | 84g |
| 5 tbsp | 105g |
| 6 tbsp | 126g |
Based on honey density of 1.42 g/ml (poured method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Understanding Honey Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
To convert 1 us tablespoon of honey to gram, we use the density of honey (1.42 g/ml). A us tablespoon contains 14.79ml, so 1 us tablespoon equals 14.79ml. Multiplying by the density: 14.79ml × 1.42 g/ml = 21g.
US vs Metric Cups: Why It Matters
When converting honey, the cup size matters significantly. A US cup (236.6ml) of honey weighs 336g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 355g—a difference of 19g (6%). If you're following a recipe from a different country, using the wrong cup size could affect your results. American recipes use US cups, while recipes from Australia, UK, and most other countries use metric cups.
Measurement Tip
Measure honey in a liquid measuring cup (the kind with a spout) placed on a flat surface. Read the measurement at eye level, looking at the bottom of the meniscus (the curved surface of the liquid). For sticky liquids like honey, lightly coat the measuring cup with oil first to help it slide out easily.
About Our Data
The density value of 1.42 g/ml for honey is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 169640). This measurement was taken with honey poured into the measuring cup.