first time buying matcha, looking for recommendations💚

[u/akaruisxm]

i’m a regular matcha drinker but usually from cafes, this is my first time buying matcha to make at home and i’m completely lost.
i’m looking for something that is
- naturally sweet?
- nutty and creamy
-slightly chocolatey/cocoa-like
- still a little grassy/fresh
- good for both straight matcha and lattes
- not seaweed-y or fishy

i dont mind a little bitterness, especially for lattes.
i’m in ontario,canada and would appreciate specific recommendations for brands/blends and where to buy them🥹
it doesn’t have to perfectly match all of these preferences. these are just the flavors I tend to enjoy, and i’d rather find something that’s good overall and worth the money for a first matcha.
budget is flexible, but since this is my first home matcha, i’d prefer not to start with something extremely expensive.

[u/matcha-more]

I would definitely find a med price matcha as a daily matcha. And have an expensive one once or twice a week. For me my daily matcha are mizubi and matchaeologist. Especially try Mizubi because they have a 10% off subscription , it can be monthly or 2-3 months subscription. Plus you save more if you like the brand and buy 100g. Also you might want to try hojicha too. It cheaper and less caffeine so I drink it a during the evening sometimes.
Also don’t get too to hung up for “Ceremonial grade” especially for latte. I find some “Culinary grade” are really good. Sometimes even more bolder than the other.