Article: The Kyoto Matcha Latte Everyone Waits in Line For
The Kyoto Matcha Latte Everyone Waits in Line For
And how are people making it at home?
If you’ve seen the viral Gokago-style matcha latte, you already know why it stops people mid-scroll.
It’s not bright green.
It’s not fluffy foam.
It’s thick, creamy, and luxurious in a way most matcha lattes aren’t.
This style comes from Gokago in Kyoto, and the lines there are famously long.
What makes it different? It's the ratio.
Most cafes use 2–3g of matcha.
That creates a lighter drink, and they can’t increase the amount of matcha because it becomes bitter.
But the Gokago-style matcha does the opposite:
1. Build a thick matcha base first
2. Then dilute with milk
That’s where the body comes from. That’s why it looks different.
A rich taste, but without the bitterness.
YES, YOU CAN MAKE THIS AT HOME IF YOU USE THE RIGHT MATCHA
Here’s the part most videos leave out:
When you increase the amount of matcha, most powders:
Turn bitter
Taste grassy
Feel harsh
That’s why this recipe fails with average blends.
Why we use Superior Blend
Superior Blend was made specifically to stay smooth under concentration.
Extra smooth
Mild
Toasty
With a soft mellow note
Even when you use more matcha, there’s:
no sharp bitterness
no unpleasant grassiness
And with just a small amount of sweetener, the richness really comes through.
The gokago style approach (simplified)
Ingredients
6.5g Matcha
2 oz water at 158F (thick base)
3.3 oz Milk
5g Sweetener (optional)
The magic isn’t complexity. It’s concentration + balance.
“But 6.5g of matcha is way too much."
You’re not wrong. 6.5g is a lot. And this version is not for everyone.
This is for people who:
- tried Gokago in Japan
- want that exact cafe-style thickness
- already know they enjoy matcha
If that’s you, this is the closest you’ll get at home.
Cost check (quick reality): Superior Blend is about $0.40 per gram. This means even the full version is under $3 per latte.
That surprises most people.
New to matcha? Start lighter.
Seriously. If matcha sounds good but also a little scary, you’re not alone.
You’ve probably seen that face people make when matcha is:
- too grassy
- too bitter
- too intense
You don’t want that.
The “Lite” version (recommended for beginners)
Start with 3–4g of Superior Blend instead.
What you get:
creamier mouthfeel
subtle sweetness
very low bitterness
much less earthiness
Still clearly matcha, just far more approachable.
⚡️ Energy note ⚡️
Roughly similar caffeine to a normal americano, but smoother and more even.
Best part? This version costs under $1.50 per drink.
ONE MATCHA, TWO PATHS
Lite (3–4g):
Smooth, gentle, everyday latte
Full (6.5g matcha):
Thick, decadent, cafe-style experience
Same matcha.
Different ratio.
Different outcome.
That’s the advantage of a blend that’s actually well made.
Fast shipping
Easy reordering
Low friction for trying it out
You can always explore deeper, site-exclusive blends later.
Final thought
You don’t have to jump straight to 6.5g.
You don’t have to love “strong” matcha.
Start light.
Adjust upward if you want.
When the matcha is smooth, mild, and mellow, the ratio becomes a choice. Not a risk.