How To Store Your Bubble Tea Supplies Properly

If you are about to open a bubble tea store, or you are already running a store, one of the key questions you probably want to ask your supplier is how to store your bubble tea supplies properly. By correctly storing each ingredient, you will be able to maintain fresh, flavourful and high-quality ingredients, which are the key to creating delicious bubble tea. From tea leaves to tapioca pearls, each ingredient requires different storage methods to stay in the best condition possible. This blog will walk you through best practices guidelines for each ingredient, as well as your standard store equipment.

The Importance of Proper Storage for Bubble Tea Supplies

The quality of your bubble tea depends heavily on the freshness of your ingredients. Poor storage can lead to a loss of flavour and texture, which affects the taste and overall experience of your bubble tea. Proper storage also ensures food safety, helping you avoid contamination and spoilage. Effective storage practices also help to reduce waste, making your business more environmentally friendly. With high-quality bubble tea supplies from reliable suppliers like Taipec, you can really make the most of all your ingredients when implementing the right storage practices.

How to Store Key Bubble Tea Ingredients

Tea Leaves 

Tea leaves are the heart of any bubble tea drink, so preserving their flavour is crucial. Make sure you store your tea leaves in airtight containers to protect them from exposure to air, moisture, and strong odours. These elements can degrade the quality of the tea, causing it to lose its aroma and taste. Choose opaque, sealed containers and keep them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This helps prevent oxidation and ensures your tea retains its full flavour profile. Once your tea is brewed, this will last between 4-6 hours in an insulated tea dispenser.

Creamers & Flavoured Powders

Our creamers (both dairy and non-dairy) come in a powder form, these are typically used in your milk tea creations, while our flavoured powders are typically used in conjunction with hot water to create a fun flavoured drink. Both of these ingredients are a powder texture, so it is best to keep these stored in airtight containers to prevent them from exposure to air, moisture and bacteria. It is also recommended to store these ingredients in a cool dry place, out of the direct sunlight.

Syrups

Flavoured syrups and sugar syrups are often used to add sweetness and different flavours to bubble tea. Store these liquid sweeteners in a dry and cool area to prevent crystallisation and degradation of flavour. It’s best to keep the bottles tightly capped and, where possible, reduce their exposure to air. It can be helpful to store these in bottles with pumps attached, so that you can easily pump out the right amount of syrup into your bubble tea drink. Just make sure you know how many mls your pumps are distributing so you can easily follow bubble tea recipes.

Tapioca Pearls

Tapioca pearls are arguably the most important ingredient in a classic bubble tea, and how you store them depends on whether they are cooked or uncooked. For uncooked tapioca pearls, store them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to maintain their freshness and avoid moisture, which can cause them to clump together. Cooked tapioca pearls have a much shorter storage time, these should be stored in sugar syrup and used as soon as possible. A fresh batch of cooked tapioca will last up to 4 hours before losing freshness and texture.

Popping Balls, Jelly & Toppings

Another common ingredient we find in bubble tea are all of the exciting toppings, from popping balls to jelly and even sweet diced taro. The storage recommendation for these items is once opened these should be stored in the fridge and used within the next 30 days. Before these items are opened for the first time, they can stay in the sealed state until they reach the best before date stated on the label.

Proper Storage of Your Bubble Tea Ingredients

Now that you know exactly how to store all of your key bubble tea ingredients, you will be able to ensure you have the highest quality bubble tea ingredients to put into your creations. By following these tips you can ensure that every cup of bubble tea you serve meets the highest standards. While, partnering with trusted suppliers like Taipec, combined with excellent storage practices, guarantees that your bubble tea shop runs efficiently and delivers top-notch beverages every time. Make sure to refer back to this guide whenever you need a refresh on how to store your bubble tea supplies properly.