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Hanaka

by Kettl

A smooth Yame usucha matcha with sweeter cocoa-and-cream edges than the greener, more vegetal entry-level options.

Editorial verdict

A strong beginner-friendly straight-drinking pick if you want softness and comfort over intensity.

Best for

  • Friendly profile
  • Pleasant sweetness
  • Good value for clean Yame usucha

Skip if

  • Not distinctive enough for collectors
  • Can feel tame next to more savory Uji teas

Where to Buy

1 option
  • Kettl

    Authorized RetailerIn StockVerified 3d ago

    $36.00 / 20g tin

    $1.80/g

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Quick Facts

Origin
Yame
Harvest
20-day shaded first flush
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Cocoa, toasted nuts, cream, smooth finish
Price/gram
$1.60
Package
20g
Price
$31.95
Availability
kettl.co (In stock)
Last verified
Apr 2, 2026

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Use casesUsucha

Also sold as

Hanaka Matcha

Tasting Notes

Cocoa, toasted nuts, cream, smooth finish

Price & Availability

Tracked across 1 merchant

Price trend

$36.00

Range: $31.95 — $36.00

Mar 31Apr 12
MerchantPricePer gramStatusChecked
kettl· 20g tin$36.00$1.80/gIn StockApr 12, 2026

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Friendly profile
  • Pleasant sweetness
  • Good value for clean Yame usucha

Cons

  • Not distinctive enough for collectors
  • Can feel tame next to more savory Uji teas

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Trust & Verification

Last verified
April 2, 2026
Method
official_website
Sources used
1 source
Last change
baseline_record
How we verify data →

Change Log

baseline_record

Seeded from official source set

Via official_website

Mar 18, 2026

by yurimatcha-editor

Sources (1)

Hanaka Matcha product page — Kettl

Accessed Mar 18, 2026Confidence: 95%

Supports: Current price, package size, origin, cultivar, producer positioning, and storefront notes

About the brand

Kettl

A Brooklyn-based specialty Japanese tea company that sources directly from small farms across Japan. Known for single-origin, small-batch matcha.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hanaka taste like?

Cocoa, toasted nuts, cream, smooth finish

Where does Hanaka come from?

Hanaka is sourced from Yame, Japan.

How much does Hanaka cost?

Hanaka is priced at $31.95 for 20g ($1.60/g).

What is Hanaka best for?

Hanaka is recommended for usucha. Thin tea — the standard way to prepare matcha, whisked with about 2g of powder and 70ml of water.

Where can I buy Kettl Hanaka?

You can buy Kettl Hanaka directly from Kettl's official website. Current availability: In stock.

Quick Facts

Origin
Yame
Harvest
20-day shaded first flush
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Cocoa, toasted nuts, cream, smooth finish
Price/gram
$1.60
Package
20g
Price
$31.95
Availability
kettl.co (In stock)
Last verified
Apr 2, 2026

Trust & Verification

Last verified
April 2, 2026
Method
official_website
Sources used
1 source
Last change
baseline_record
How we verify data →

Where to Buy

Kettl

$36.00 / 20g tin

K

Kettl

Brooklyn, New York and Fukuoka, Japan

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