The matcha is so delicious here. The employee helped me pick which one is better for my liking. I got the medium blend (forgot the name) but it wasn't too bitter and it was smooth. There's a cool tasting menu in the back that you can sign up for too! read more

Kettl - Matcha latte - Tea Rooms Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

was expensive for the size of cup and the matcha was whatever. was very clumpy, wish they wisked it better to mix the matcha better. overall for the price i paid (~$8) for such a small cup, i expected it use more matcha powder and for them to mix it better yummy rating: 5/10 read more

Kettl - suiteki (nishio) iced latte - Tea Rooms Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I've seen social media images for Kettl and wasn't sure if it would meet expectations. There's a cute bar area in the back and a communal table in the center. I wasn't too sure what to get for a drink, but the Shaken Matcha was creamy, floral and delicious. I came to eat the hojicha soft serve with crunchy soba and was happy that it had a creamy chocolate-like flavor and was yummy. The wagashi on offer was pretty. The pound cakes' flavors sounded interesting, but I didn't buy any. There were brand merchandise, teas, and snacks. They had a shiso white peach matcha soda that looked really pretty in photos and in life. read more

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Very cute store with nice stylish modern interior style. They seem to also have a tasting bar which we didn't try. The hojicha soft serve was good and so was the matcha. Pretty safe option for matcha. read more

Kettl - Hojicha soft serve the crunch miso topping was good - Tea Rooms Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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10/10 experience for the matcha lover. I currently buy their houjicha powder online which is amazing and I was curious about their matcha since they have so many listed on the website. I booked a tasting experience online for $5 deposit. I was immediately greeted and given a menu. They walked through the menu options and created a personalized omakasa experience with 4 matcha (blends and a single cultivar). There was a pairing section of jellies. I also got their butter matcha cookie which is amazing and tastes like matcha. I would buy a box of they sold it. I also got their seasonal ice cream which was houjicha which tastes just like their houjicha with milk. read more

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Too many rules. No flavorings because they want you to "experience matcha for what it is". Can't sit at the counter with a laptop because it's "for tasting only" even though no one was there. I had a snack in my hand and the barista made a point to tell me "don't eat in here". Matcha is mid any way. Cute idea but boring execution. read more

I saw this place on social media and was so curious to try since their matcha drinks had such a strong green matcha color. Finally was able to try it when I was in NY, and it was an awesome experience! The staff were very nice and the cashier had explained to me the difference between the 3 different matcha's that they offer in drinks. I got a matcha latte with the Shirakawa matcha and asked to add in simple syrup (the drink comes unsweetened!). The cashier also recommended getting oat milk with this specific matcha powder, and it was the perfect combination of strong matcha, nuttiness, but also little sweetness since I like my drinks less sweet. The cafe itself had such a cozy Japanese interior that would be perfect to enjoy your drink. Unfortunately I did not have much time to spend at Kettl; however I would love to return to try their other drinks and purchase some matcha powders. Overall, their matcha latte was such a perfect pick me up and suited my tastes exactly! read more

Kettl - Matcha Latte (Shirakawa Matcha) with Oat Milk - Tea Rooms Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Very calm space. The barista/bar is right at the front upon entry, leading into a long communal table. Once you get your order, you can enjoy your matcha in peace. They have a several variety of matcha quality for you to choose from, along with some tasty treats. There was a tea class in the backroom at the time of my visit. We quietly sipped our matchas to not disturb the peace. read more

Kettl - Suiteki - Matcha latte with oat milk - Tea Rooms Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Kettl is one of my favorite places to get matcha latte! I felt like it wasn't too sweet and they do have some sort of variety for matcha. On the weekends, they do close at 8 pm so that's also a plus if looking for a cafe that closes later! read more

Lesson of the day: "ceremonial grade" matcha? Not actually a real term--just a commercial one. Snap snap, I was schooled. Kettl serves their matcha unsweetened, with honey and simple syrup as optional add-ins. They've also got a lineup of creative blends and mixtures for people who like to dress their matcha up. I'm more of a purist, but I stepped out of my comfort zone and tried the shiso white peach on recommendation. Honestly? It didn't work for me. The flavors clashed, and it just reinforced how I feel about matcha right now: maybe it doesn't need all the extras. The space itself is small--one table that can maybe fit three or four people, and a high-top bar in the back where it looked like hot tea was being served. The vibe felt more functional than inviting. I'm glad I tried it once, but I wouldn't return. read more

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Shirakawa matcha latte, peach shisho matcha soda - delicious! Soba ice cream - meh, not for us but not necessarily bad. Hojicha latte - did not enjoy this but my friend got pistachio milk and I wonder if maybe I just didnt like the pistachio milk LOL read more

I did a small happy dance after my first bite -- this is the richest hojicha dessert I've ever had in NYC. I've seen reviews saying their soft serve is miles better than their drinks. Their matcha powder is indeed premium, yet the quality of their tea lattes in-store is inconsistent. Glad that the limited-time hojicha soft serve is truly legit. If you are a tea addict or matcha/hojicha enthusiast, this soft serve won't let you down. It's very rich in hojicha flavor and the soba crunch adds depth to the texture. $7 after tax for quality hojicha is totally fine to me. The portion looks small in photos and vids but the actual size is slightly bigger. My only complaint is the hollow center of the soft serve lol. They only fill the edges and leave a hole which kinda put me off. read more

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Strong, tasty matcha with a deep, nutty finish. Quick service, would recommend adding some simple syrup to cut through the bitterness. Gets packed on a weekend so more of a grab and go spot. A bit expensive. read more

Kettl - Hukuju matcha latte with oat milk - Tea Rooms Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This has become a staple in this Greenpoint neighborhood, and lots of people come seeking it out. It's a small space that packs a big punch-great drinks, sophisticated ambience, and a tasting counter. I really enjoy having their soba cookies as a treat to pair with my matcha, and it's a pleasure to view the handmade ceramics on their display while waiting for your order. There are days it gets very crowded and the line will scrunch up at the door-especially in the warmer months. I would not come here to work unless it's an off-hour/weekday, since there are definitely very busy periods and with the space being tight, the noise level can become very high. They also just opened a newer location by Dashi Okume, with an even higher-end tasting experience as they continue to expand their brand. read more

Look at this matcha latte. The color says it all. Hand whisked on the spot to perfection. read more

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i got their iced shirakawa matcha latte with soy milk and this was very good. tasted like authentic matcha, i did not add any sweetener and i still enjoyed my latte. the barista was so nice and friendly :) read more

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I got the iced shirakawa cortado - I loved that I could choose an option with less milk! It was really good, you can taste that it's higher quality. The friend I was with got a hot Hukuju latte which was also incredible. They had a long counter top in the back of the shop that seemed like they do some sort of tasting or possibly classes at which I think would be super fun to do and learn more about matcha and tea in general. I plan on going back to try some of their desserts. Ice cream and would try their houjicha latte. They have plenty of seating if you're only with one or two people, some seating outside even. And the tea shop is really cute, I think you could find a nice gift for a tea lover. read more

Kettl - Tea Rooms Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Ordered an iced matcha latte. It is one of the most expensive matchas I have ever had but also one of the best! The barista prepared my drink quickly. There are a couple of places for sitting and enjoying in the interior. The pastries also looked very interesting so I will make sure to try one when I go back. read more

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Oh man, I guess I'm not a fan of authentic Japanese Matcha. The place was very cute and good service, fast too. We got the Matcha latte and just like the menu says it was nutty. I was expecting something similar to a Matcha latte that you would get anywhere else with the flavors from the milk and a sweetener like honey, but this place didn't have those flavors. I'll come back and give it another try but I am just not used to the flavor and taste unfortunately, it's me not them. read more

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(cafe hopping while I was in nyc for a week) I visited the stand at Bowery right before it closed down, but thought itd be best to just write my review here. this place was on my must-go list before heading back to cali. Id give my visit a 2/5 because at the stand the workers seemed exhausted and out of it despite it only being me there, but for the actual taste of Kettl matcha, Id give it closer to a 4/5. when I went I got a hojicha and matcha cookie, both were great (until the ice in the hojicha watered it down, so best to drink it fast). for the matcha, I bought a Wakaba tin to make at home & found it a bit underwhelming, although I might have just chosen the wrong flavor profile. I can tell the quality is still there hence my 4/5. overall Im still glad to try Kettl out, & am open to trying a different blend from their site read more

Premium grade matcha is served in a cozy environment. Community table, handmade ceramics display and the freshly made matcha set the vibe of "you are in a serious tea place". No to mention the aroma of tea you can sense when you step in the cafe read more

Kettl - Matcha latte with oat milk - Tea Rooms Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Imagine spending $44 on a bag of tea and it tasting like NOTHING. It's meant for about 7 servings--so imagine Kettl throwing away $44 and telling you they can't do anything about it, and "that's just how oolongs taste." That happened to me over a bag of oolong, and I've had oolongs from China, Japan, Taiwan, and Vietnam. I've bought ~$1000 of tea from them and always told my friends to come here, but not anymore. I will not come back. Instead, check out Puerh Brooklyn, Kijitora, and Setsugekka. read more

If the Soba Soft Serve is ever on the menu ... get it!! And when they ask about the soba crunch, say yes!! Saw the flavor on their Instagram page. Sent it to my brother. We both thought it was gonna be kind of odd, but knew we wanted to try it. He got one. I tried it. I went to get my own! It was so good! The soba crunch made it so when they ask if you want it sprinkled, say yes! With a cone the total was $8.17 Also got a Matcha Sakura Yuzu-ade $8. This was very refreshing on a hot summer day. We finished this quickly read more

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About a year ago my wife and I switched over from coffee to matcha/hojicha for our caffeine fix. Having recently moved to the area, we've been on the lookout for good matcha spots. We've already had nippon cha which is great, but have had a few people recommend kettl! Came in on a holiday Monday morning and the main table was full, but we managed to sit at the bar in the back since that doesn't open until 11. We ordered a matcha cortado with their house made MYLK which was basically coconut with tiger nuts and a hojicha latte with oat milk. I thought the matcha cortado was great and enjoyed the coconut flavor from the milk. The hojicha was also solid and my wife might've preferred that more. Definitely not the cheapest place, but where in Brooklyn is these days? Service was nice. The cashier and tea barista type guy were both super friendly and overall a good vibe. Bought some matcha and hojicha as well to take home. They have a matcha making set too although that's superrrr pricey. I'd probably just stick to Amazon or something cheaper if you're just starting unless you want some super handmade stuff. Overall, would definitely come back here especially if I'm in the area. Really liked the vibe. Would recommend if you're in Greenpoint or close to it! read more

Kettl - Matcha cortado and hojicha latte - Tea Rooms Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Very solid matcha joint. We were visiting my son who lives in Williamsburg and my wife and son only drink matcha so we headed over and this was probably one of the best matcha joints we have been to, including our tour of places recently in Japan (Kyoto, Tokyo, etc). Great drinks and nice spot to sit and ship at the communal table. Small but solid drinks and desserts. We will be back for sure ! read more

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The Uji high grade matcha is pure goodness, and the yuzu pound cake from Patisserie Fouet is delicious, I haven't tried the Japanese pastries but everything looks tasty., I've been going to Kettl for years and it never disappointed me, it's consistently good! read more

Kettl - Tea Rooms Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Matcha latte was fantastic! Keep in mind it defaults to unsweetened, so give it a taste and add simple syrup at the pick up counter if needed. I appreciated that the matcha wasn't bitter at all, but still had a great floral and earthy flavor that came through. Lovely way to start the morning in Greenpoint! read more

Really cute cafe in greenpoint with a good amount of space inside. The matcha latte was good quality and the batley tea was also good. You can add honey or simple syrup yourself to your drinks. I didnt try the soft serve but it looked good! read more

The shop has such a cute, trendy vibe, every little detail feels thoughtfully put together. The matcha is wonderfully nutty and comforting, with a depth of flavor that really stands out. They also have a beautiful selection of teas, which makes it feel less like just a café and more like a cozy little space to explore and learn about Japanese culture. It almost feels like a sweet, low-key social spot for matcha lovers. read more

Kettl - Hukuji latte - Tea Rooms Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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In all the matcha shops I've been to, I think Kettl is one of the few stores that makes a point to distinguish the different types of matchas they have to offer on their menu. That's what makes their matcha so good. They really know their stuff and every drink comes out so incredibly rich! read more

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Matcha lovers: the real deal here. High quality matcha lattes and teas. Watch as they make from the front of cafe or in the back, make it a tasting. Communal table to relax and have your tea. Wooden, yet comfy chairs contoured to the body. read more

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If you enjoy matcha and don't seem to know enough of this wonderful tea, here is a must-go place. This is a Japanese tea shop with a strong focus on matcha. I love tea, and matcha has a special place in my heart. Matcha excels in its sweet leavy taste, lovely dark green color, and delightful aroma. In this first visit I ordered a matcha cortado instead of my usual choice matcha latte, just wanted to have more of matcha and less of milk. It was so delicious! The barista was very friendly. He explained to me which type of matcha he used for making the matcha drinks here. While sipping my drink, I browsed the intro of different types of matcha displayed on the shelves. It's fascinating they categorize matcha based on these characteristics: sweetness, umani, astringency, fragrane and color depth. Tea drinking in Japan is not only an art but also a science! In addition to matcha, they have other teas, like houjicha, sencha, soba cha, gyokuro, wakoucha, etc. If they look foreign to you, yes they are. And you're not alone. They even have cold brew tea! I was just visiting New York City, so I was not able to taste everything. I noticed there was a table for tea lovers to do tea tasting. But reservations need to made ahead of time. There are also other tea drinking and making items. The one that stands out was the stone grinder for making matcha. See the picture I took:) Before we left, we got two packets of matcha chocolate to take home. If you're visiting New York City, stop by here. You'll get to know much more about matcha and other popular Japanese teas! read more

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There was a line when I entered, but the line moved pretty quickly. I waited no more than maybe 10 minutes in line and waited about 5-7 minutes for my order. While it looked like finding a seat indoors was difficult, I was able to find a seat outside. This is a laid back hangout spot for small groups or a peaceful spot for a self date. I ordered an Iced Soba Latte, since I wanted to try something new. I unexpectedly liked the flavor of soba tea more than even matcha and hojicha (and I drink matcha a few times a week). The tea flavor wasn't drowned out by milk in the latte, and I appreciate a good balance of milk to tea. I liked the soba latte so much I immediately went back in to buy the soba tea leaves they sold. There's an assortment of tea leaves and powders for sale with helpful descriptions, set at different price points. I saw some tea leaves reasonably priced under $30. The staff was helpful in answering my questions about the teas they sold as well. read more

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Heard great things about Kettl and rightfully so! They have various drinks beyond matcha but also different types of matcha - if you want something more nutty or creamy. I got the iced Shirakawa Uji matcha which was very smooth and delicious. This location has some seating but it definitely was packed after lunch. read more

I first discovered Kettl after learning that the delicious matcha lattes at La Cabra are made using matcha from Kettl. Finally had a chance to visit their Greenpoint location on a cold Saturday morning, and thankfully there were not that many people when we arrived! The inside is very simply decorated and very cozy. I liked the way they displayed all the matcha products available for purchase. There is also a counter in the back for people who join a class (there were eight seats I think). I ordered the matcha latte made with Uji (the most expensive one), which was a bit over $9 pre-tip. I couldn't really taste the difference between that and the Hukuji matcha. I got mine warm with oat milk, and it came in a beautiful ceramic cup. It was a pretty good portion size! There is a table right in the middle of the shop with communal seating, so we sat there for about 45 minutes before it got more busy. Would totally recommend coming here! read more

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We came here post-dinner for some matcha soft serve. It really hit the spot. The interior was very clean and decorated with a lot of nice bright wood that reminded me of Nordic interior design. I didn't realize that that Kettl is mainly a Japanese tea shop that brings the finest teas of Japan to international customers. It's pioneered by a man named Zach Mangan who was inspired by his stay in Japan to connect Japanese teas to the rest of the world. They offer a diverse tea collection as well as several different in person classes. Definitely a great spot and should end it with the matcha soft serve! read more

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Loved everything about Kettl!! They are a green tea spot that has tea tastings and also serves matcha drinks and soft serve. The space is so nice, there is a shared seating area in the middle that fits probably ten people and then in the back there is a tea counter for trying out flights of tea. It was such a wonderful serene place, with very kind people and the most delicious and varied matcha drinks! I would definitely come back in a minute! read more

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I had the Hukuju Matcha latte and my life was changed tbh I came on a Saturday afternoon and the cafe was a bit full, but service was generally fast. The workers were super helpful in explaining the different types of matcha to me so I could figure out what I'd like They had a lot of items for sale in store, but they unfortunately didn't have the matcha powder i got in my drink that day. I ended up ordering online and honestly it's the best thing I've ordered in a minute. Absolutely need to go back to try their chocolates and other desserts, which are apparently to die for. 10/10 highly recommend! read more

I can't believe it took me this long to write a Kettl review. We come in for tea tasting regularly and are always really happy with what we get. The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable, and the space itself is gorgeous. Everything we've had (including snacks) has been consistently excellent. My favorite snacks are the soba cookie and soba crunch chocolate. We are permanent customers! read more

My fiancé took me to the matcha making class for my birthday and we both thoroughly enjoyed it! It was educational and interactive. We got to learn about matcha and its origins from our teacher, who was very passionate about it. We then tried two different types of matcha how it's traditionally prepared and learned how to properly whisk it. The class was a small group of about 8 people which was nice. The store itself had lots of matcha options for sale along with drinks and treats to order! I would definitely recommend for any matcha lover! read more

Kettl - Matcha making class - Tea Rooms Near Me - Brooklyn, New York