How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of Cooking Wine in Ounces?
Converting 5 tablespoons of cooking wine to ounces gives 2.56 oz. One tablespoon of cooking wine weighs 14.5g, so 5 tablespoons is 5 × 14.5 = 72.5g (2.56 oz). This conversion is specific to cooking wine because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 tablespoons of cooking wine
- 1 tablespoon of cooking wine = 14.5g
- 5 × 14.5 = 72.5g
- Convert grams to ounces: 72.5 ÷ 28.3495 = 2.56 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For liquids, place your measuring spoon on a flat surface and read at eye level. The bottom of the meniscus (the curve at the surface) should align with the measurement line.
Cooking Wine at Different Amounts
How cooking wine scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Cooking Wine
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.51 oz | 0.52 oz | 0.69 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.02 oz | 1.04 oz | 1.38 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.53 oz | 1.56 oz | 2.08 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.05 oz | 2.08 oz | 2.77 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.56 oz | 2.59 oz | 3.46 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.07 oz | 3.11 oz | 4.15 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 4.09 oz | 4.15 oz | 5.53 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 5.11 oz | 5.19 oz | 6.92 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 6.14 oz | 6.23 oz | 8.30 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 8.18 oz | 8.30 oz | 11.07 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.
What is an Ounce?
Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.