Base for a Tea Smoothie

A tea smoothie base is a blended mixture typically made from brewed tea (like green or black tea), a liquid such as milk or a plant-based alternative, and a sweetener or fruit. It serves as the foundational layer for creating creamy, refreshing tea-based beverages, popular in modern cafes and bubble tea shops across East Asia and globally.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This base is generally moderate in carbohydrates from natural sugars or added sweeteners, with minimal fat and protein unless dairy or protein-rich ingredients are included. It provides antioxidants from the tea and varies in calories, typically ranging from 100 to 200 calories per serving depending on the specific ingredients used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	2.5 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	3 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	45 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Vitamin D	2.5 mcg
Phosphorus	95 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.6 mcg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.3 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it blends traditional tea-drinking customs with contemporary smoothie trends, offering a versatile canvas for flavors like matcha or taro. Nutritionally, it retains the polyphenols from tea, which are linked to health benefits, while allowing for customization to suit dietary preferences.