Convert Dram (dr) to Dessertspoon (UK) (dessertspoon (UK)) instantly.
Dram to Dessertspoon (UK) conversion
1 Dram (dr) = 0.31225219 Dessertspoon (UK) (dessertspoon (UK)). To convert Dram to Dessertspoon (UK), multiply the value by 0.31225219.
| Dram (dr) | Dessertspoon (UK) (dessertspoon (UK)) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.31225219 |
| 2 | 0.62450437 |
| 5 | 1.5612609 |
| 10 | 3.1225219 |
| 25 | 7.8063047 |
| 50 | 15.612609 |
| 100 | 31.225219 |
| 1000 | 312.25219 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Dessertspoon (UK) are in one Dram?
One Dram (dr) equals 0.31225219 Dessertspoon (UK) (dessertspoon (UK)).
How do I convert Dram to Dessertspoon (UK)?
To convert Dram to Dessertspoon (UK), multiply the value by 0.31225219.
What is 10 Dram in Dessertspoon (UK)?
10 Dram = 3.1225219 Dessertspoon (UK).
About these units
Dram (dr)
The fluid dram is a small historical unit equal to 1/8 of a US fluid ounce or 3.6967 mL (US), with slightly different imperial values. It originated in apothecaries and early pharmaceutical texts, where drams measured potent liquid medicines, tinctures, and extracts. In daily life, drams appeared in old cocktail recipes, medicinal syrups, and household remedies. However, the inconsistency between US and UK drams, along with the rise of the metric system, pushed it out of modern use. Today, the dram survives mostly in whiskey culture—where a "dram" informally means a small pour, not a precise measurement—and in historical studies of medicine.
Dessertspoon (UK) (dessertspoon (UK))
A UK dessertspoon traditionally holds 10 milliliters, exactly double a teaspoon and two-thirds of a tablespoon. It served as an intermediate measure in older British recipes, frequently used before strict metrication took hold. Historically, its capacity varied between 8–12 mL, reflecting differences in cutlery styles and household practices. Many Victorian and Edwardian cookbooks reference dessertspoons extensively, making familiarity with the unit essential for culinary historians. Although largely obsolete in modern British cooking, the dessertspoon survives in heritage recipes, some baking traditions, and specialized kitchen contexts where small-to-medium quantities of liquid or spice must be measured.