What Is This Tool?
This tool converts volumes from the metric cup to the US gill, assisting users in translating culinary and beverage measurements between these two non-SI units commonly used in cooking, bartending, and archival research.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volume value in metric cups you wish to convert
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Select the input unit as cup (metric) and output unit as gill (US) [gi]
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent volume in US gills
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Use the result to accurately interpret or adapt recipes and measurement records
Key Features
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Converts metric cup volume precisely into US gill units
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Supports cooking, bartending, brewing, and historical measurement conversions
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Easy-to-use online interface accessible through any web browser
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Provides clear unit definitions for both metric and US customary measures
Examples
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1 cup (metric) equals approximately 2.113 gill (US) [gi]
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3 cups (metric) converts to about 6.34 gill (US) [gi]
Common Use Cases
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Measuring ingredient volumes for metric-based culinary recipes
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Interpreting small spirit portions in traditional cocktail recipes
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Converting older brewing or culinary recipes that use US customary units
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Archiving and documenting historical measurement records with metric equivalents
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify the measurement definitions according to your regional standards
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Use calibrated measuring instruments for better accuracy in cooking or bartending
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Be aware that the US gill is a historical unit and less common in current practice
Limitations
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Both cup (metric) and gill (US) are non-SI units with variations in practical use
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The US gill is largely historical and infrequently used in modern measurements
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Measurement precision may be affected by rounding and measuring tool limitations
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Different countries may define 'cup' differently requiring user awareness
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the volume of one metric cup?
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One metric cup is defined as exactly 250 millilitres, which is a quarter of a litre.
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How much volume does one US gill represent?
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One US gill equals one quarter of a US liquid pint or four US fluid ounces, approximately 118.29 millilitres.
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Why would I need to convert from a metric cup to a US gill?
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Conversions are helpful for interpreting traditional cocktail recipes, historical records, and culinary guides that use different measurement systems.
Key Terminology
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Cup (metric)
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A non-SI unit of volume equal to exactly 250 millilitres used mainly in metric recipes and food service.
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Gill (US)
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A US customary liquid volume unit equal to one quarter of a US liquid pint or 118.294 millilitres, mostly historical.
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Non-SI unit
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A unit of measurement not part of the International System of Units but still used in various contexts.