What is Pints to Liters Converter?

This tool converts US pints to liters, useful for brewing, cooking, and understanding beverage sizes. The pint remains popular in the US for beer, ice cream, and dairy products, while most countries use liters.

The Conversion Factor

One US pint equals 0.473176 liters (473 mL). A handy approximation: 2 pints ≈ 1 liter (actually 0.946 L, about 5% under).

US vs UK Pints

Pint sizes vary by country:

US pint: 473 mL (this converter)
UK/Imperial pint: 568 mL (20% larger)

A "pint of beer" means different amounts in London vs New York!

Common Uses

Beer: Draft beers served by the pint
Ice cream: Standard container size
Dairy: Cream, half-and-half containers
Brewing: Recipe scaling and batch sizing

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How to Use

Converting pints to liters is simple:

Enter the pint amount
See the liter result instantly
Use for recipe adjustments or comparisons

Quick Estimation

For approximate conversions:

2 pints ≈ 1 liter (slightly under)
4 pints ≈ 2 liters
Divide pints by 2 for a rough liter estimate

Brewing Applications

When scaling homebrew recipes:

1-gallon batch = 8 pints = 3.79 liters
5-gallon batch = 40 pints = 18.9 liters

Ice Cream Math

Standard US ice cream sizes:

Pint: 473 mL (≈ 2 cups, 4 servings)
Quart: 2 pints = 946 mL
Half gallon: 4 pints = 1.89 liters

Features

Precise Conversion

Uses the exact factor: 1 US pint = 0.473176 liters. Accurate for brewing calculations where precision matters.

Real-Time Results

See conversions as you type. Quick for checking multiple quantities.

Reference Table

Common pint to liter conversions:

1 pt = 0.473 L
2 pt = 0.946 L
3 pt = 1.42 L
4 pt = 1.89 L (half gallon)
6 pt = 2.84 L
8 pt = 3.79 L (1 gallon)

Copy Button

Copy converted values for recipe notes or shopping lists.

Unit Options

Switch to other volume units using the dropdown menus.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many liters is 1 pint?

One US pint equals 0.473 liters (473 mL). This is slightly less than half a liter.

Is 2 pints equal to 1 liter?

Almost. Two US pints equal 0.946 liters, about 5% less than a full liter. Close enough for casual cooking, but not for precise brewing.

What's the difference between US and UK pints?

A US pint is 473 mL, while a UK pint is 568 mL—about 20% larger. If you order a pint in Britain, you get more than in America.

How much is a pint of beer in mL?

In the US, a pint of beer is 473 mL (16 fl oz). In the UK, it's 568 mL (20 fl oz).

How many pints are in a liter?

One liter contains 2.11 US pints. A liter bottle is slightly more than 2 pints.

Why is ice cream sold by the pint?

In the US, ice cream was traditionally sold by volume (pints, quarts, half gallons). Premium brands often use pints because the smaller size commands a higher per-ounce price while remaining an affordable indulgence.

Pints to Liters