Does Bubble Tea Contain Gelatin?

Assorted bubble tea drinks on wooden trays

Bubble tea is a popular drink all over the world.

Bubble tea is a popular drink worldwide. Known for its combination of tea, milk, and chewy tapioca pearls, it has become a global sensation. Whether you enjoy it as a break from work, a social treat with friends, or a study break, bubble tea has won the hearts of millions.

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Does Bubble Tea Contain Gelatin?

A common question is whether bubble tea contains gelatin. The short answer is no. Our products are certified vegan or vegetarian. We also select suppliers who provide halal-certified ingredients. This ensures that all our bubble teas do not contain gelatin.

The main concern often relates to  Tapioca balls or popping boba. They may look similar to gelatin-based sweets or jellies. However, these pearls are made from tapioca, agar, or alginate, a seaweed extract. All of these ingredients are vegan and halal.

Is Bubble Tea Vegan?

There are only two reasons that some of our bubble tea products would be certified vegetarian rather than vegan:

  1. It contains caseinate (milk proteins) which is prevalent in creamer or milk-tea based products. The key exception to this is our vegan creamer
  2. It contains honey

Given our BRCGS certification, we perform extremely strict audits on all our suppliers to ensure all products are safe and that any claims are substantiated. Our due diligence procedure ensures we check validity of all certificates presented to us, and perform laboratory tests to check for trace amounts of material including: Any of the 14 allergens such as milk, egg, sulphites; animal products including gelatin; any other factors that could compromise the safety and shelf life of the product.

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We are BRCGS certified, meaning we uphold quality and assurance to the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards, meaning you can rest asssured your bubble tea supply is in safe hands with us.

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So what does that mean for bubble tea retailers? For starters, the bubble tea market is set to continue to grow in the UK and the market is broad. As the stereotypical home of tea, it's hardly surprising that bubble tea has taken off in the UK.

If you're looking to start a bubble tea shop or incorporate bubble tea in to your menu then see our other blog posts. And if you're interested in the best of bubble tea supplies, check out our products.