i make toddy for our crew, 5 lbs peculator grind , #25 mesh nylon food grade mesh bag, 1 gal filtered water, and a five gallon bucket with cover and spigot. 24 hours later drain into bucket add four more gallons cold filtered water it makes 5 awesome gallons enough for a busy weekend for our help. We use Costco fresh roasted Seattle Blend, 2 bags is five pounds . I could use four pounds but its not as good.