Bubble Tea with Tapioca Balls
5 servings
25 minutes
Bubble tea with tapioca pearls is a drink that has captured the hearts of millions with its unique blend of sweetness, creamy flavor, and playful texture. Although its roots trace back to Taiwan in the 1980s, it has become popular worldwide today. In this European version, black tea is mixed with milk, sugar, and vanilla to create a rich, aromatic taste. The tapioca pearls add a characteristic chewy texture to the drink, making it not only refreshing but also interactive. Ice provides a refreshing coolness perfect for hot summer days. Bubble tea can be enjoyed as a dessert drink or a light alternative to traditional tea. Its exotic nature and multifaceted flavor offer pleasure with every sip.
1
Boil 0.5 liters of water
- Water: 0.5 l
2
We brew strong tea (1 tsp per cup of boiling water), add sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. We let the tea cool.
- Black tea: 1 teaspoon
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Milk: 1 glass
- Vanilla: 0.5 teaspoon
3
Add tapioca to each glass so that the liquid is exactly twice as much as the balls.
- Tapioca flakes: 100 g
4
Add ice to the tea glass to fill the remaining 1/3 of the glass. Let the drink sit for 10-15 minutes and enjoy the exotic summer flavor!
