BUBBLE TEA at Thai-Butikken
At Thai-Butikken you will find bubble tea and other Asian goods for everyday meals, specialty dishes, and authentic Asian cooking. This category is part of our online Asian supermarket, where you can find Thai, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese goods and other international specialties.
What characterizes this category?
Bubble tea originates from Taiwan and is known for its combination of tea, milk or fruit flavor, sweet syrup, ice cubes, and chewy tapioca pearls or popping boba. This category is relevant for anyone who wants to make bubble tea at home with an Asian taste and a cafe feel.
What can you use bubble tea for?
Bubble tea products are used to make cold or hot drinks with tea, milk, fruit syrup, tapioca pearls, jelly, or popping boba.
- make classic milk tea with black tea, milk, and tapioca pearls
- use fruit syrup, jelly, or popping boba for fruit bubble tea
- combine with ice cubes, shaker, straws, and cups for a cafe-style at home
Mini-guide: how to typically make bubble tea
- Cook tapioca pearls in plenty of water according to package directions; many types typically boil for 20-30 minutes and then rest, but quick varieties may be shorter.
- Brew tea in hot water, often 80-95 °C depending on the tea type, and let it cool if the drink is to be served cold.
- Stir syrup, powder, or flavor base into tea, milk, or water, and sweeten to taste with sugar or condensed milk.
- Serve with ice cubes, tapioca pearls, jelly or popping boba and use a wide bubble tea straw.
Tip: Preparation can vary by brand, size, and product type, so always follow package directions when cooking with the products.