How To Make Bubble Tea
Boba, or Bubble Tea, is hugely popular all over the world and is growing in popularity in the UK every day. We love bringing the best of bubble tea to you, so today, we are going to show you how to make bubble tea.
How To Make Bubble Tea
Choose your tea
Before you can start making bubble tea, you will need to choose the tea to use as the base. There are many teas on offer for you to choose from. And it all depends on what kind of flavour you want to go for. The classics are milk tea and black tea, which pair well with most sweeteners and flavours. But for a more unique taste, check out taro or red bean teas and broaden your boba horizons.
When making bubble tea, you start by brewing the tea hot, then cool it down with ice. So, brew your tea just the way you like it – for instance, we suggest brewing our Assam Black Tea for 15 minutes and then pouring it into one of our thermal dispensers – before adding the pearls.
Tapioca pearls or popping boba?
When figuring out how to make bubble tea, one of the big choices you'll face is selecting the type of pearls to use. Classic bubble teas typically feature the original tapioca pearls. These sweet, chewy pearls, with their unique flavour, have earned the adoration of boba enthusiasts worldwide.
To prepare tapioca pearls for your bubble tea:
- Use a 1:10 ratio of dry tapioca pearls to water. For instance, if you're using 200g of dry tapioca pearls, you'll need 2000ml of water.
- Simmer the pearls in a pan for about 20 minutes.
- After simmering, turn off the heat, but let the pearls continue to soak in the hot water for another 25 minutes.
- Strain them, give them a cold water rinse until they're cool to the touch, and finally, mix in a syrup like brown sugar or hazelnut for added flavour.
- If you're leaning towards a fruitier, sweeter bubble tea, popping boba might be the answer. Birthed from molecular gastronomy, these jelly-like orbs are perfect for adding an explosive flavour hit to your beverage.
Preparing popping boba for your bubble tea is straightforward: simply introduce the store-bought flavour of your choice during the tea-making process. Remember, making popping boba at home can be a bit tricky, so ensure you're well-researched if you're venturing down that path.
Adding Milk, Creamer, and Sweetener
The true essence of learning how to make bubble tea lies in personalising your drink. By introducing milk, creamer, or sweetener to your tea, you can adjust the flavour and sweetness to just how you like it. Experiment with different combinations to perfect your ideal boba concoction. Once you've added your desired sweetener, give it a mix, and there you have it – your perfect bubble tea crafted to your taste!
Now that you understand the art of how to make bubble tea, it's time to ensure you have the best supplies on hand. Crafting the perfect boba drink is an experience, and the quality of your ingredients plays a pivotal role. For the finest bubble tea supplies, trust none other than Taipec. From teas to tapioca pearls and beyond, we've got everything you need to craft your ideal beverage. Don't hesitate – contact Taipec today and bring your bubble tea creations to life with the very best in the business!