Liters to Pints Converter
Instantly convert liters (L) to pints (pt) and vice versa. Supports US liquid pints, UK pints, and US dry pints. Perfect for cooking, brewing, bartending, and everyday volume measurements.
What Is a Pint?
A pint (pt) is a unit of volume used in both the imperial and US customary systems. However, the exact volume of a pint varies by country and by application:
- US Liquid Pint: 16 US fluid ounces = 473.176 mL — used for most liquids in the US.
- UK Pint: 20 UK fluid ounces = 568.261 mL — used in the UK and Commonwealth.
- US Dry Pint: 33.6 cubic inches = 550.610 mL — used for dry goods like berries and grains.
This converter supports all three types, making it perfect for cooking, brewing, bartending, and international recipe conversions.
How Does the Converter Work?
The converter uses these exact conversion factors:
US Liquid Pint: 1 pt = 0.473176473 L
UK Pint: 1 pt = 0.56826125 L
US Dry Pint: 1 pt = 0.550610471 L
To convert L to pt: Divide by the liters per pint.
To convert pt to L: Multiply by the liters per pint.
Common Applications
- Cooking & Baking: Converting international recipes between metric and imperial.
- Brewing & Distilling: Measuring beer, wine, and spirit volumes.
- Bartending: Converting drink recipes and serving sizes.
- Food Service: Measuring dairy, sauces, and other liquid ingredients.
- Everyday Use: Converting milk, cream, and other household liquid measurements.
❓ Liters to Pints FAQ
How many liters are in a pint?
It depends on the pint type: US liquid pint = 0.473176 L, UK pint = 0.568261 L, and US dry pint = 0.550610 L. This converter supports all three.
How many pints are in 1 liter?
One liter equals approximately 2.1134 US liquid pints, 1.7598 UK pints, or 1.8162 US dry pints.
What is the difference between a US pint and a UK pint?
A US liquid pint is 16 US fluid ounces (473.176 mL). A UK pint is 20 UK fluid ounces (568.261 mL), making it about 20% larger. This is important for recipes and beverage servings.
What is a dry pint?
A US dry pint is used for measuring dry goods like berries, grains, and flour. It is 33.6 cubic inches (550.610 mL), which is slightly larger than a US liquid pint.
How do I convert liters to pints?
Divide the number of liters by the liters per pint for your chosen type. For US pints: L ÷ 0.473176. For UK pints: L ÷ 0.568261. For dry pints: L ÷ 0.550610.
How do I convert pints to liters?
Multiply the number of pints by the liters per pint for your chosen type. For US pints: pt × 0.473176. For UK pints: pt × 0.568261. For dry pints: pt × 0.550610.
What is the formula for converting liters to US pints?
US pints = liters ÷ 0.473176473. This converter does the math for you automatically.
What is the formula for converting liters to UK pints?
UK pints = liters ÷ 0.56826125.
How many cups are in a pint?
1 US liquid pint = 2 cups. 1 UK pint = 2.4 cups (UK cups). 1 US dry pint = 2.33 cups.
How many fluid ounces are in a pint?
1 US liquid pint = 16 US fluid ounces. 1 UK pint = 20 UK fluid ounces. 1 US dry pint = 18.6 US fluid ounces.
Why are there different pint sizes?
Different countries use different measurement standards. The US uses the US customary system, the UK uses the imperial system, and dry measurements have their own standards. This converter handles all variations.
Is a pint the same everywhere?
No. A pint of beer in the US is 16 fl oz (473 mL), while a pint of beer in the UK is 20 fl oz (568 mL). This can cause confusion when traveling or following international recipes.
How do I convert a recipe from liters to pints?
Use the L → pt mode. Enter the volume in liters, select your pint type (US liquid for most recipes), and click Convert. The result will show the equivalent in pints.
Is this converter accurate for home brewing?
Yes. This converter uses exact conversion factors and supports both US and UK pints, making it perfect for home brewing recipes that use different pint standards.
What is the difference between a pint and a quart?
1 quart = 2 pints. In the US, a quart is 32 fl oz (946 mL). In the UK, a quart is 40 fl oz (1.136 L).
Can I use this converter for dry ingredients?
Yes. Select "US Dry Pint" for measuring dry goods like flour, sugar, berries, and grains. Dry pints are slightly larger than liquid pints.