Convert dram to dessertspoon (US)
Please provide values below to convert dram [dr] to dessertspoon (US) [dsp (US)], or Convert dessertspoon (US) to dram.
How to Convert Dram to Dessertspoon (Us)
1 dr = 0.374999987319741 dsp (US)
Example: convert 15 dr to dsp (US):
15 dr = 15 × 0.374999987319741 dsp (US) = 5.62499980979612 dsp (US)
Dram to Dessertspoon (Us) Conversion Table
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Dram
A dram is a unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, equivalent to 1/8 of an fluid ounce or approximately 3.7 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dram originated in the apothecary system in medieval Europe and was historically used for measuring medicines and small quantities of liquids. Its use has declined with the adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the dram is primarily used in the context of measuring spirits and liquors, especially in the United States, where it is often used to denote a small serving or shot of alcohol.
Dessertspoon (Us)
A dessertspoon (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to 1/3 of a US tablespoon, typically used in cooking to measure small quantities of ingredients.
History/Origin
The dessertspoon originated as a culinary measurement in the United States, historically used to specify serving sizes and ingredient quantities. Its exact size has varied over time but generally aligns with a third of a tablespoon.
Current Use
Today, the dessertspoon (US) is rarely used in precise measurements but remains a common informal term in recipes and cooking instructions for small ingredient quantities, especially in the US.