Before Great Britain officially switched to the metric system in 1965, they had what was called the British Imperial System. The U.S. system of weights and measures is based upon it. The unit conversions between the two are notoriously difficult, mostly because fluid ounces are a measure of volume, not weight. 

- Depending on where you are, either __20 or 16 fluid ounces__ equals one pint. 
- Milk, for example, is about 2-3% denser than water, which weighs about __1 pound per 16 fl. oz.__, so a little bit over a pound. 
- Even the Canadians got wise: the U.S., along with Liberia and Myanmar, are the only ones left clinging to things like imperial cups—which are just shy of a full metric cup.

When it comes to cooking, converting from pints can be tricky because stores commonly sell fresh produce by weight, not volume.
8 fluid ounces = 1 cup

2 cups = 1 pint

| __Gallons__ | __Cups__ |
| ---------- | ---------- |
| 1 US fluid gallon | 16 US cups|
| 1 US dry gallon | 18.6 US cups|
| 1 Imperial gallon | 18.18 metric cups |
| 1 gallon of water | 16 cups |
| 1 gallon of milk | 16 cups |
| 1 gallon of coffee | 20 cups of coffee beans |
| ½ gallon of water | 8 cups |
| ½ gallon of milk | 8 cups |
| ½ gallon of coffee | 8 cups |


1 Quart = 4 cups

If we remember, 8 ounces = 1 cup, 2 cups = 1 pint (or 16 ounces = 1 pint).

There are generally 2 cups in 1 pint, however depending on the ingredient, this may change. For example, 1 pint of Blueberries = 2 cups = 12 ounces (dry), whereas 1 pint of <a href='https://masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-sour-cream' target='_blank' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-sour-cream","linkCopy":"sour cream","category":"automated-link"}' automatic='true'>sour cream</a> or 1 pint of ice cream = 2 cups.

Say a recipe calls for cups of sliced strawberries, but the grocery store sells whole strawberries in plastic clamshells measured by weight. Here’s what to remember:
 
1 Pint = ¾ pound (12 oz.) = 12 large, 24 medium, or 36 small strawberries = 1 ½ to 2 cups sliced strawberries
 
1 lb whole strawberries = 2 ¾ cups sliced strawberries

½ Pint = 1 cup

1 US Gallon = 4 Quarts = 8 Pints = 128 ounces = 16 US cups
1 Quart = 2 Pints = 32 ounces = 4 US cups
1 Pint = 16 ounces = 2 US cups
Three-fourths of a cup = 12 tablespoons
Half of a cup = 8 tablespoons 4 ounces
Third of a cup = 5 tablespoons and 1 teaspoon
Fourth of a cup = 4 tablespoons 2 ounces	
Eighth of a cup = 2 tablespoons
1 tablespoon = .90 cubic inches
 
1 Quart = 2 Pints 	
1 Pint = 2 cups, 32 Ounces	
1 ounce = 2 tablespoons	
1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons


Measurement conversions are necessary to home cooks and professional chefs alike. Understanding how to convert cups to gallons, quarts, and pints allows freedom for culinary experimentation and expression. While some chefs cook with standard US measurements, others, like [Chef Thomas Keller](https://www.masterclass.com/classes/thomas-keller-teaches-cooking-techniques), prefer the more exacting standard of grams. In Chef Keller’s MasterClass, learn how to properly measure, weigh, and work with ingredients to achieve perfectly plated results. 

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Volume conversions can be difficult to remember. Keep this handy cheat sheet nearby when you’re baking or cooking.

Volume conversions can be difficult to remember. Keep this handy cheat sheet nearby when you’re baking or cooking.

How Many Cups in a Gallon? Cups to Pints, Quarts, and More in Complete Measurement Conversion Guide

Before Great Britain officially switched to the metric system in 1965, they had what was called the British Imperial System. The U.S. system of weights and measures is based upon it. The unit conversions between the two are notoriously difficult, mostly because fluid ounces are a measure of volume, not weight. <ul class="mc-m-4 list-styled"><li class="">Depending on where you are, either 20 or 16 fluid ounces equals one pint. </li><li class="">Milk, for example, is about 2-3% denser than water, which weighs about 1 pound per 16 fl. oz., so a little bit over a pound. </li><li class="">Even the Canadians got wise: the U.S., along with Liberia and Myanmar, are the only ones left clinging to things like imperial cups—which are just shy of a full metric cup. </li></ul>When it comes to cooking, converting from pints can be tricky because stores commonly sell fresh produce by weight, not volume.

What Is the Difference Between the Metric System and the Imperial System?

8 fluid ounces = 1 cup

Volume Conversion for US Ounces to Cups

Volume Conversions for US Cups to Pints

<div class="seo-wrapper mc-p-2"> <table class="seo-table mc-my-6"> <thead class="seo-table__head"> <tr> <th>Gallons</th> <th>Cups</th> </tr> </thead> <tbody class="seo-table__body"> <tr> <td>1 US fluid gallon</td> <td>16 US cups</td> </tr> <tr> <td>1 US dry gallon</td> <td>18.6 US cups</td> </tr> <tr> <td>1 Imperial gallon</td> <td>18.18 metric cups</td> </tr> <tr> <td>1 gallon of water</td> <td>16 cups</td> </tr> <tr> <td>1 gallon of milk</td> <td>16 cups</td> </tr> <tr> <td>1 gallon of coffee</td> <td>20 cups of coffee beans</td> </tr> <tr> <td>½ gallon of water</td> <td>8 cups</td> </tr> <tr> <td>½ gallon of milk</td> <td>8 cups</td> </tr> <tr> <td>½ gallon of coffee</td> <td>8 cups</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div>

How Many US Cups in a Gallon?

How Many Cups in a Quart?

If we remember, 8 ounces = 1 cup, 2 cups = 1 pint (or 16 ounces = 1 pint).There are generally 2 cups in 1 pint, however depending on the ingredient, this may change. For example, 1 pint of Blueberries = 2 cups = 12 ounces (dry), whereas 1 pint of <a href='https://masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-sour-cream' target='_blank' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://masterclass.com/articles/how-to-make-sour-cream","linkCopy":"sour cream","category":"automated-link"}' automatic='true'>sour cream</a> or 1 pint of ice cream = 2 cups.

How Many Cups in a Pint?

Say a recipe calls for cups of sliced strawberries, but the grocery store sells whole strawberries in plastic clamshells measured by weight. Here’s what to remember:1 Pint = ¾ pound (12 oz.) = 12 large, 24 medium, or 36 small strawberries = 1 ½ to 2 cups sliced strawberries1 lb whole strawberries = 2 ¾ cups sliced strawberries

How Many Cups in a Half-Pint?

1 US Gallon = 4 Quarts = 8 Pints = 128 ounces = 16 US cups 1 Quart = 2 Pints = 32 ounces = 4 US cups 1 Pint = 16 ounces = 2 US cups Three-fourths of a cup = 12 tablespoons Half of a cup = 8 tablespoons 4 ounces Third of a cup = 5 tablespoons and 1 teaspoon Fourth of a cup = 4 tablespoons 2 ounces Eighth of a cup = 2 tablespoons 1 tablespoon = .90 cubic inches1 Quart = 2 Pints 1 Pint = 2 cups, 32 Ounces 1 ounce = 2 tablespoons 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoonsMeasurement conversions are necessary to home cooks and professional chefs alike. Understanding how to convert cups to gallons, quarts, and pints allows freedom for culinary experimentation and expression. While some chefs cook with standard US measurements, others, like <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/classes/thomas-keller-teaches-cooking-techniques' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/classes/thomas-keller-teaches-cooking-techniques","linkCopy":"Chef Thomas Keller","category":null}'>Chef Thomas Keller</a>, prefer the more exacting standard of grams. In Chef Keller’s MasterClass, learn how to properly measure, weigh, and work with ingredients to achieve perfectly plated results. Want to become a better home chef? Get the <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/","linkCopy":"MasterClass Annual Membership","category":null}'>MasterClass Annual Membership</a> and watch exclusive videos taught by culinary masters, including Gordon Ramsay, Massimo Bottura, Alice Waters, Chef Thomas Keller, and more.

Measurement Conversion Table:

Volume conversions can be difficult to remember. Keep this handy cheat sheet nearby when you’re baking or cooking.

Volume conversions can be difficult to remember. Keep this handy cheat sheet nearby when you’re baking or cooking.
