If you have ever bought a "pint" of fresh blueberries at a grocery store and tried to pour them into a liquid measuring cup, you may have noticed: they are not the same volume!
⚖️ Liquid Pint vs. Dry Pint Comparison
The US Dry Pint is actually about 16.4% larger in volume than the US Liquid Pint.
| Unit | Milliliters (ml) | Fluid Ounces | Typical Items Measured |
|---|---|---|---|
| US Liquid Pint | 473.18 ml | 16.0 fl oz | Milk, water, cream, soup, oil |
| US Dry Pint | 550.61 ml | ~18.6 fl oz | Berries, cherry tomatoes, grains |
| UK Imperial Pint | 568.26 ml | 19.2 US fl oz | British pints (both liquid & dry) |
🧑🍳 Kitchen Rule of Thumb
For liquids (water, milk, oil), always use a clear liquid measuring cup with a spout. For dry produce (berries, cherry tomatoes), 1 dry pint basket weighs approximately 12 ounces (340g) due to air gaps between fruits.