The first thing you need to know about bubble tea is that it’s delicious. But what
is it?
Originating from Taiwan, the drink has gained popularity in the UK over recent
years.
It’s a sweet tea-based drink served with chewy tapioca pearls, or, more
popularly in the UK, fruit pearls.
Black or green tea is mixed with a fruit or milk base and shaken. This creates
thousands of tiny bubbles, which gives bubble tea its name. Bubble tea is served
hot or cold, with your choice of pearls.
Fruit pearls are little spheres of fruit juice with a thin, jelly-like skin. Created
using seaweed extract, these delicious bubbles pop in your mouth.
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