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Soukou

by Kettl

An entry-level Yame usucha matcha that keeps enough freshness and nutty depth to avoid tasting dull.

Editorial verdict

A smart starting point for straight-drinking beginners who want more nuance than supermarket ceremonial powder.

Best for

  • Accessible price
  • Good starter usucha profile
  • More texture than many entry matcha

Skip if

  • Limited complexity
  • Not built for koicha

Where to Buy

1 option
  • Kettl

    Authorized RetailerIn StockVerified 3d ago

    $26.00 / 20g tin

    $1.30/g

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Quick Facts

Origin
Yame
Harvest
First-flush tencha
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Toasted saltine, dark chocolate, summer grass, soft finish
Price/gram
$1.15
Package
20g
Price
$22.95
Availability
kettl.co (In stock)
Last verified
Apr 2, 2026

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Five-dimension scoring on a 0–10 scale
Use casesUsucha

Also sold as

Soukou Matcha

Tasting Notes

Toasted saltine, dark chocolate, summer grass, soft finish

Price & Availability

Tracked across 1 merchant

Price trend

$26.00

Range: $23.95 — $26.00

Mar 31Apr 12
MerchantPricePer gramStatusChecked
kettl· 20g tin$26.00$1.30/gIn StockApr 12, 2026

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Accessible price
  • Good starter usucha profile
  • More texture than many entry matcha

Cons

  • Limited complexity
  • Not built for koicha

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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)

Soukou 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 Soukou taste like?

Toasted saltine, dark chocolate, summer grass, soft finish

Where does Soukou come from?

Soukou is sourced from Yame, Japan.

How much does Soukou cost?

Soukou is priced at $22.95 for 20g ($1.15/g).

What is Soukou best for?

Soukou 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 Soukou?

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

Quick Facts

Origin
Yame
Harvest
First-flush tencha
Milling
Stone-milled
Tasting notes
Toasted saltine, dark chocolate, summer grass, soft finish
Price/gram
$1.15
Package
20g
Price
$22.95
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

$26.00 / 20g tin

K

Kettl

Brooklyn, New York and Fukuoka, Japan

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