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Seion

by Kettl

A Nishio single-source matcha with a soft, integrated profile that can move between straight preparation and milk.

Editorial verdict

One of the safer premium picks for people who want a refined matcha that still works as a latte base.

Best for

  • Versatile across use cases
  • Balanced sweetness and body
  • Good value per gram

Skip if

  • Less dramatic than top Uji options
  • Not the deepest koicha choice

Where to Buy

1 option
  • Kettl

    Authorized RetailerIn StockVerified 3d ago

    $55.00 / 40g tin

    $1.38/g

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Quick Facts

Origin
Nishio
Harvest
First-flush tencha
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Creamy oats, almond, savory palm heart, soft sweetness
Price/gram
$1.22
Package
40g
Price
$48.95
Availability
kettl.co (In stock)
Last verified
Apr 2, 2026

Flavor Profile

Five-dimension scoring on a 0–10 scale
Use casesUsuchaLatteCold-Whisked

Also sold as

Seion Matcha

Tasting Notes

Creamy oats, almond, savory palm heart, soft sweetness

Price & Availability

Tracked across 1 merchant

Price trend

$55.00

Range: $48.95 — $55.00

Mar 31Apr 12
MerchantPricePer gramStatusChecked
kettl· 40g tin$55.00$1.38/gIn StockApr 12, 2026

Preparation Verdicts

Usucha

Sweet and integrated.

Koicha

Fine but not built for it.

Latte

Performs well in milk.

Beginner friendliness: 5/10Bitterness tolerance: low

Tasting Protocol

Standardized preparation parameters for this review

Grams used

2.00g

Water temp

80°C

Whisk

80-prong bamboo chasen

Sifted

Yes

Foam quality

8/10

Astringency

Stays controlled even with slightly hotter water.

Finish

Medium-long.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Versatile across use cases
  • Balanced sweetness and body
  • Good value per gram

Cons

  • Less dramatic than top Uji options
  • Not the deepest koicha choice

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Reviews

9.0/ 10 average from 1 review
Y

YuriMatcha Panel

intermediate·Palate: likes balanced matcha that can cross into lattes
9.0/10

Mar 14, 2026

Prepared as: usucha

Seion is unusually flexible: soft enough for straight use, sturdy enough to survive milk, and cohesive in either mode.

+ Flexible across preparations+ Good premium value− Not the most dramatic straight matcha

Trust & Verification

Last verified
April 2, 2026
Method
official_website
Sources used
2 sources
Reviewed by
YuriMatcha Panel
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 (2)

Seion Matcha product page — Kettl

Accessed Mar 18, 2026Confidence: 95%

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

YuriMatcha tasting protocol session — YuriMatcha

Accessed Mar 18, 2026Confidence: 85%

Supports: Editorial tasting notes, preparation verdicts, and pros/cons

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 Seion taste like?

Creamy oats, almond, savory palm heart, soft sweetness

Where does Seion come from?

Seion is sourced from Nishio, Japan.

How much does Seion cost?

Seion is priced at $48.95 for 40g ($1.22/g).

What is Seion best for?

Seion 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 Seion?

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

Quick Facts

Origin
Nishio
Harvest
First-flush tencha
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Creamy oats, almond, savory palm heart, soft sweetness
Price/gram
$1.22
Package
40g
Price
$48.95
Availability
kettl.co (In stock)
Last verified
Apr 2, 2026

Trust & Verification

Last verified
April 2, 2026
Method
official_website
Sources used
2 sources
Reviewed by
YuriMatcha Panel
Last change
baseline_record
How we verify data →

Where to Buy

Kettl

$55.00 / 40g tin

K

Kettl

Brooklyn, New York and Fukuoka, Japan

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