by Kettl
A Shirakawa, Uji latte-focused matcha designed to keep its Uji character under milk instead of disappearing into sweetness.
Editorial verdict
A strong choice when your main question is whether a premium Uji matcha can still hold up in milk.
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Also sold as
Fresh grass, toasted grain, creamy milk-friendly finish
Tracked across 1 merchant
Price trend
$40.00
Range: $35.95 — $40.00
| Merchant | Price | Per gram | Status | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| kettl· 40g tin | $40.00 | $1.00/g | In Stock | Apr 12, 2026 |
Serviceable but not the target prep.
Too forceful for koicha.
Excellent under milk.
Standardized preparation parameters for this review
Grams used
3.50g
Water temp
82°C
Whisk
milk frother finish after whisk
Sifted
Yes
Foam quality
7/10
Astringency
Bitterness firms up with too much powder.
Finish
Medium.
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YuriMatcha Panel
Mar 15, 2026
Prepared as: latte
Shirakawa Midori keeps enough grass and toast under oat milk to still read as matcha instead of generic sweetness.
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About the brand
A Brooklyn-based specialty Japanese tea company that sources directly from small farms across Japan. Known for single-origin, small-batch matcha.
View all Kettl blendsFresh grass, toasted grain, creamy milk-friendly finish
Shirakawa Midori is sourced from Uji, Japan.
Shirakawa Midori is priced at $35.95 for 40g ($0.90/g).
Shirakawa Midori is recommended for latte. Matcha combined with steamed or frothed milk. Works best with matcha that has a strong, bold flavor.
You can buy Kettl Shirakawa Midori directly from Kettl's official website. Current availability: In stock.