Boba Milk Tea
Boba Milk Tea, also known as bubble tea, is a sweet, cold beverage made from tea, milk, and chewy tapioca pearls (boba). Originating from Taiwan in the 1980s, it has become a global phenomenon, with countless flavor variations and toppings.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is typically high in carbohydrates and sugar, primarily from the sweetened tea, milk, and the starchy tapioca pearls. A standard serving provides a quick energy boost but is generally low in protein and essential vitamins.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 85 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 60 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Potassium | 300 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 70 mcg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 large cup (500 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The signature 'boba' pearls are made from cassava starch and are prized for their unique, chewy texture known as 'QQ' in Taiwanese culture. Nutritionally, the drink is more of an indulgent treat than a source of significant nutrients.
