Wild Strawberry Matcha vs. Honey Matcha: Which to Try
By Sourced. Blended. Shared. LMTC | Lake Missoula Tea Co. | Published: 2026-10-25
Category: Comparisons
Compare Wild Strawberry Matcha and Honey Matcha from Lake Missoula Tea Co. to find your ideal flavored matcha for lattes or traditional preparation.
Quick answer
Choose Wild Strawberry Matcha if you want a bright, berry-forward flavor that works well in lattes; choose Honey Matcha if you prefer a milder, smoother taste that softens matcha's natural green bite.
Flavor profile and preparation style
Both matchas are shade-grown for about three weeks, with stems and veins removed before grinding. The key difference lies in the added flavoring: Wild Strawberry Matcha delivers a fresh-cut strawberry aftertaste with a vegetal aroma, while Honey Matcha offers a subtle honey sweetness that rounds out the green edge. Neither is overwhelmingly sweet—the honey taste is slight, and the strawberry finish is natural rather than candied.
Your preferred preparation method also matters. Wild Strawberry Matcha's berry notes shine in a matcha latte, where milk complements the fruit. Honey Matcha's smoothness makes it equally enjoyable as a traditional whisked tea or a latte, especially if you find plain matcha too grassy.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Wild Strawberry Matcha: Bright, berry-forward flavor with a fresh strawberry aftertaste. Ideal for matcha lattes where the fruit note stands out. Best if you enjoy fruit-flavored teas and plan to use milk or plant-based alternatives.
- Honey Matcha: Smooth, mild honey sweetness that reduces matcha's grassy edge. Works well both as a traditional tea and as a latte. Best if you want a gentle, approachable matcha that pairs with either hot water or milk.
- Price difference: Wild Strawberry Matcha is USD 15.03 (down from USD 23.85), while Honey Matcha is USD 17.65 (down from USD 23.85). Both offer significant savings. Honey Matcha costs slightly more per unit, but the difference is small—choose by flavor preference rather than price.
Product facts
- Wild Strawberry Matcha: Wild Strawberry Matcha tastes berry fresh with a vegetal, rounded aroma and finishes with a fresh-cut strawberry aftertaste. The distinct fruit finish makes it a natural choice for iced lattes or a sweet afternoon pick-me-up without added sugar.
Wild Strawberry Matcha - Honey Matcha: Honey Matcha tastes smooth with a vegetal, rounded aroma and finishes with a delicate aftertaste; the honey taste is slight and softens the green bite. The subtle honey note makes it an easy entry point for matcha newcomers who find traditional matcha too bitter or grassy.
Honey Matcha
Which matcha fits you?
Best for
- Wild Strawberry Matcha: berry lovers and latte enthusiasts who want a fruity twist
- Honey Matcha: matcha newcomers or anyone who prefers a smoother, less grassy taste
Not for
- Wild Strawberry Matcha: purists who want unflavored matcha or dislike fruit notes in tea
- Honey Matcha: those seeking a strong honey flavor or a very sweet drink
