Do you like matcha? Whether you’ve never tried it before or are just looking for some new teaware to love, my list of the best matcha sets UK has to offer, including complete matcha starter kits and matcha bowl and whisk combinations, will help.
I love matcha. Just hand me my bamboo whisk and I’ll be happy! But while I have an extensive teacup selection, my matcha bowl shelf is severely lacking. So, I’ve discovered the coolest matcha bowls and sets that I’d love to own.
I’m based in the UK, so all of the matcha bowls below are available to ship to any UK address.
Best Matcha Tea Sets in the UK
Here they are! You can find a quick summary of each matcha set below, along with a photo from the brand and a link to buy it online.
Quick picks:
- 🥇 Best Overall: Teapro Matcha Ceremony Set
- 🏆 Best Budget: Twinings Matcha Starter Kit
- ✨ Most Unique: Matchaeologist Glass Set
- 🎁 Best Gift: Matcha Union Ceremony Set
Teapro Matcha Ceremony Set - Best Complete Matcha Kit
Teapro are a small British business championing high-quality loose leaf tea – and their teaware is phenomenal too.
This is the Blue Ceremonial Matcha set featuring a matcha bowl, whisk, scoop, and whisk stand. You can also choose to buy the set with a matcha sieve (ideal for getting super smooth matcha) and with a 30g pouch of their ceremonial grade matcha that I had the pleasure of reviewing for the blog.
This set is available in blue or yellow and can be purchased from Teapro directly or via their Amazon UK store.
Whittard Cotton White Bowl - Best Budget Matcha Bowl
If you want an easily affordable matcha set to get your feet wet, Whittard have got your back. This UK high-street store has a vast online catalogue that includes this Cotton White Matcha Bowl.
The bowl holds 500ml when filled to the brim and is the right size and shape for whisking. Simply whisk your matcha (Whittard sell a whisk, scoop and matcha powder set separately) in the bowl and sip it straight.
Matchaeologist Matcha Brewing Kit
Matchaeologist are all about matcha and they have some stunning glass matcha bowls for you. Their teaware is handcrafted and they also sell artisanal matcha in their sets so you can get everything you need in one go.
If you are looking for a modern, sleek matcha ceremony experience, I highly recommend their Matcha Brewing Kit.
It’s a really lovely set containing artisanal matcha, a Cloud Glass Chawan, a Full Hand Chasen, and a Bamboo Chashaku. It’s available to buy from Not On The High Street.
Blendsmiths Drinkmakers' Matcha Starter Kit
Blendsmiths have curated a really beautiful matcha set that I am excited to try. It includes 30g of their ceremonial grade matcha (apparently it has delicate floral notes in the aroma), with a bowl, whisk, sieve and scoop.
The scoop is hand-carved too!
You can find this set on Not On The High Street. They also sell the components of this box separately, in case it is out of stock (it sells out fast).
Matcha Union Ceremony Set
Matcha Union are based in Derbyshire UK, but their matcha set can compete with the rest. It can be found on Not On The Highstreet using the button below.
Sold in that beautiful wooden box, the set includes their premium matcha, a glass matcha bowl for drinking (so unique), a ceramic bowl with spout for whisking, and the usual bamboo whisk and scoop.
The bamboo wooden box lid doubles as a tray for your matcha ceremony – most other matcha starter kits don’t include that, so it’s a fab bonus.
OMG Tea Set With AAA Grade Matcha
This is the best matcha tea set for you if:
- You already have a matcha bowl.
- You have your eye on a matcha bowl that doesn’t come with a kit.
- You plan to use a mug or other teaware to make your matcha in.
Why? It’s because the OMG Tea set does not contain a bowl. But it does contain something that sets it apart from the other kits on my list – a stainless steel tea scoop for portioning out the perfect amount of matcha. You also get a 30g pot of their AAA grade matcha (it won a 2-Star Great Taste award).
Twinings Starter Kit - Best Affordable Matcha Set UK
Cheap but reliable – that’s how I’d sum up Twinings’ best matcha starter kit. It includes a simple black matcha bowl, scoop, whisk, and tub of ceremonial grade matcha sourced from family farms in Kagoshima and Shizuoka, Japan.
If you know someone who is curious about matcha but isn’t ready to spend a lot on a premium matcha set, then this is an affordable option. It comes in a nice gift box too, which doesn’t hurt!
Matcha Set Buying Guide
A good matcha set includes all the tools you need to make matcha. They should be high-quality (the tools made of bamboo, the teaware made of stone or ceramic) and weighty to hold. You can usually tell if the bowl is high-quality by the overall weight of the package. Examine the photos carefully – seams on bowls cups is not a good sign.
For any matcha making kit, the focus is on the teaware, not the matcha. You usually only get a small amount of matcha in the set, and it’s rarely the best quality. You are far better off buying a kit for the quality equipment and sourcing ceremonial grade matcha from your favourite brand separately.
If you are totally new to matcha, make sure you keep reading. Before you choose a matcha whisk and bowl set, it’s good to understand each piece of equipment and what to expect.
Matcha Bowl (Chawan)
A matcha bowl is really useful for whisking up your matcha. It’s the right size and shape for your whisk and the wide surface area of a bowl makes it easier to whisk up a froth, compared to a teacup or mug.
Some matcha bowls are pretty cheap to buy – you can find those on Amazon. But others will set you back quite a bit of money. This is because some matcha bowls are handmade, others are made in a traditional style, and others use special forms of clay.
I love finding matcha bowls that are one of a kind!
Some matcha bowls are made for sipping from directly, while others have spouts that enable you to pour the matcha into smaller bowls for drinking.
Matcha Bowl Alternatives
If you’re not sure you want to use a matcha bowl, you can use any mug or bowl that has a wide enough opening for your whisk. Head to TKMaxx to find all sorts of decorative bowls (even cat bowls!) that could be used for making matcha.
Matcha Whisk (Chasen)
The matcha whisk is made of bamboo with many tiny prongs that give you a good froth when you whisk your matcha.
To use a matcha whisk, you should start with a ‘W’ motion. Read my review of Naoki Matcha for more info about the method.
If you have an electric milk frother, you can put your matcha and water in a mug and use that instead.
Another way to create matcha is to put the green powder and water in a travel mug. Secure the lid tightly then shake it hard for a minute or so to combine the matcha and water (this also creates a lot of froth).
Matcha Whisk Holder (Chasen Naoshi)
Well-made matcha whisks should keep their prongs in shape. Just remember to carefully wipe them down after each use to keep them clean – boiling water (or, God forbid, a trip through the dishwasher) will absolutely ruin them.
A matcha whisk holder can help prolong the life of your whisk, ensuring it stays in the right shape. It also prevents your whisk getting crushing in your matcha set box or drawer.
It’s non-essential but recommended.
Matcha Scoop (Chashaku)
The chashaku is a key part of many matcha starter kits. It is a traditional piece of equipment used to carefully scoop out just enough matcha for one serving.
You don’t need to use a bamboo matcha scoop – a metal spoon works just as well – but it’s nice to take part in the tradition. Like the whisk, this should be carefully wiped down after use and kept out of the dishwasher.
Chashaku are super cheap to buy online (most of the brands listed above sell them separately) so this shouldn’t be the deciding factor for the matcha set you ultimately go with.
Matcha Set Price Ranges
Based on the kits in my list (last updated mid 2025), here are the price ranges you should expect:
- Cheap: up to £30
- Mid-range: £50 to £80
- Premium: around £100
If that seems pricey to you, don’t worry. There are plenty of cheap mass-produced matcha kits on Amazon that you can start with. You could always upgrade to a premium kit when you’ve mastered matcha-making!
For single items, here’s what I’d budget:
- Bowl: £20 to £30
- Whisk: £10 to £20
- Scoop: up to £5
Do you know of any other great matcha bowls available in the UK? Follow me on Instagram @izzysden and message me so I can share them with my followers!