Matcha Crafting and Tasting Class

Craft and taste matcha at this hands-on, introductory class in Brooklyn



1.5 hours Location Greenpoint Class size 1 to 6 guests   $65

Matcha has exploded in popularity in the US in recent years, but its significance in Japan spans hundreds of years and is inseparable from the country’s rich history of tea production and consumption. In this beginner-friendly class, you'll learn about that storied history and the evolution of Matcha through to the present day.
The traditional tools and preparation methods will also be covered, as you learn how to whisk the perfect bowl of matcha. This introductory class is great for those looking to explore Japanese tea for the first time and for those looking to travel deeper down the path of matcha.

Upcoming dates for Matcha Crafting and Tasting Class

Times are New York time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 7:47pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

33 upcoming dates between 15 Nov 2026 and 31 Jan 2027.

  • Sun, Nov 15 2026, 1pm-2:30pm
  • Mon, Nov 16 2026, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Thu, Nov 19 2026, 12pm-1:30pm
  • Sat, Nov 21 2026, 1pm-2:30pm
  • Mon, Nov 23 2026, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Tue, Nov 24 2026, 11am-12:30pm
  • Sat, Nov 28 2026, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Sat, Dec 5 2026, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Sun, Dec 6 2026, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Mon, Dec 7 2026, 11am-12:30pm
  • Thu, Dec 10 2026, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Sat, Dec 12 2026, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Sun, Dec 13 2026, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Mon, Dec 14 2026, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Sun, Dec 20 2026, 1pm-2:30pm
  • Mon, Dec 21 2026, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Sun, Dec 27 2026, 10am-11:30am
  • Mon, Dec 28 2026, 11am-12:30pm
  • Sun, Jan 3 2027, 10am-11:30am
  • Mon, Jan 4 2027, 11am-12:30pm
  • Thu, Jan 7 2027, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Sat, Jan 9 2027, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Sun, Jan 10 2027, 1pm-2:30pm
  • Mon, Jan 11 2027, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Sat, Jan 16 2027, 1pm-2:30pm
  • Sun, Jan 17 2027, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Mon, Jan 18 2027, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Fri, Jan 22 2027, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Sat, Jan 23 2027, 1pm-2:30pm
  • Sun, Jan 24 2027, 4pm-5:30pm
  • Fri, Jan 29 2027, 10am-11:30am
  • Sat, Jan 30 2027, 1pm-2:30pm
  • Sun, Jan 31 2027, 4pm-5:30pm
What you'll get
The class is approximately 90 minutes long and features an info session, hands-on brewing, tasting, and a small dessert pairing.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
Location

Kettl Tea, 70 Greenpoint Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11222

This venue is a short walk from Greenpoint Av station (1100 feet).

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Recent reviews of Matcha Crafting and Tasting Class

  • 5/5 from Joanna Kahan, attended Aug 2026: Great class and great location.
  • 4/5 from Casey Evans, attended Aug 2026: Got to learn how to properly make matcha along with the history of matcha! The setting was beautiful & the teacher was great and very kind. I sadly didn’t get to eat the cookie though since I have celiac disease so would have loved some safe gluten free options.
  • 5/5 from Rachel Peoples, attended Oct 2025: This was great. Armando is so good at explaining the tea, the history, and the process.
  • 5/5 from Irene Kim, attended Oct 2025: I wound up having a solo class with Jayanna, who was a great instructor and lovely to converse with! I learned a brief history of matcha, how to prepare matcha, and the opportunity to taste and learn about two different types of matcha. Thank you!
  • 5/5 from Amanda Krueger, attended Aug 2025: This is the perfect class if you’re a beginner in the Matcha world like me! It was awesome
  • 5/5 from Rachel Shanahan, attended Aug 2025: Armando was amazing. He was incredibly knowledgeable and I learned so much from the history to the production process. I have a new appreciation for matcha. The class was super interactive and well paced too. Would really recommend to anyone with even the slighest curiosity.
  • 5/5 from Rhotkinen Parradang, attended Jun 2025: Would recommend! Armando was a great teacher! they answered all our questions, were super knowledgeable and fun. the class was very hands on and we got directions through out the process. the atmosphere was calming and the vibes were immaculate. you can take the class as a group or alone and it’ll still be fun
  • 5/5 from Nnenna Daphne Mba-Jonas, attended Nov 2024: This class was incredible! Very informative and hands on. The instructor answered each question with a lot of detail. The matcha tasted amazing! I can’t wait to try what I learned at home.
  • 5/5 from Justin Steinbergin, attended Oct 2024: Armando was exceptional. Very welcoming, well versed and a joy to listen to. Would recommend to a friend.
  • 5/5 from Amanda Ghent, attended Jul 2024: Armando was a fantastic teacher! My daughter and I came to NYC for our birthdays and this was one of the fun things we wanted to do. We learned a lot and had great time in the Matcha class!
  • 5/5 from Aubrey Almanza, attended Jul 2024: Absolutely wonderful experience - immersive, educational, inspiring. Thankful to have begun exploring the world of matcha with Kettl!
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Kettl
Kettl

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Welcome to Kettl! Our education program is a curated collection of classes and events designed to share our deep knowledge of sourcing and serving Japanese tea with a global audience.
In 2010, founder and CEO Zach Mangan traveled to Japan in search of the finest teas, forming lasting relationships with the country’s top suppliers. Over the next decade, Zach and his wife Minami built Kettl into a multi-channel business dedicated to bringing authentic Japanese tea to a wider audience. Today, Kettl is featured in The New York Times, Bon Appétit, The Strategist, Wirecutter, Forbes, and Hypebeast. Our teas are served in some of the world’s most renowned restaurants, with our clients holding a combined 50 Michelin stars.
We take pride in offering the highest quality Japanese tea while honoring the craft, tradition, and stories of our suppliers. Welcome to Kettl and the world of Japanese tea!

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