I think you will find something negative about any of the varieties that you look at. Everyone has different likes/dislikes/tolerances.

It's going to be difficult to get one without a hint of green, I think. Most of the ones that I looked at did have some green in them. Some more than others. I don't think you can choose from a sample. I thought I wanted a Stormy Black from M Tex. based on a countertop that I saw. It is a harder variety and the counter I saw was gorgeous; blackish with white veining. When I went to look at the slabs that were available, they just weren't the same..... had more green, iirc. I ended up with a Barroca that has white veins, but it may scratch too easily for your liking.

I've posted quite a bit about mine lately but don't have the links handy to send you. It is stormy black from M. Teixeira and has no green undertones except for one vein. It is a hard and dark variety. We have oiled and waxed a few times since May because I like the darker appearance but I do notice some water rings when oiled. I prefer how the stone handles with no oil or wax - zero maintaince, cleans easily and no water marks. A few weeks after install with oil mostly worn off:

@mike v Where did you get the Saratoga from?

Others- thanks for the helpful comments and pics! This truly is super helpful.

Stone source in Tennessee. They've been wonderful to deal with. This is another busier slap they have.

@mike v

I need to check them out. I'm in Georgia so that is at least somewhat close. Thanks so much! Would love to see a close up pic if you have one but no big deal if not.

Tile just went down so it will be a week or two before they template and then install. I can't wait to see it installed in our space! Unfortunately those are the only pictures I have but I bet if you call them they would be happy to send you some pictures. We've been working with Dana who's been really helpful and is a big fan of soapstone. Several people there have it in their homes and are they are all big fans of soapstone.