Classic Milk Tea with Tapioca Pearls

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Classic Milk Tea with Tapioca Pearls, also known as bubble tea or boba, is a sweet and creamy beverage originating from Taiwan. It typically consists of a base of black tea mixed with milk or creamer, sweetened with sugar, and served with chewy, starchy tapioca pearls at the bottom.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This drink is generally high in carbohydrates and sugar, with a moderate amount of fat depending on the milk used. A standard serving can range from 300 to 500 calories, providing quick energy but little in the way of essential vitamins or protein.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	4 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	35 g
Sodium	60 mg
Calcium	100 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Potassium	150 mg
Vitamin A	50 µg
Vitamin D	1.0 µg
Vitamin B12	0.3 µg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Magnesium	15 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

The drink's cultural uniqueness lies in its global spread from a single Taiwanese tea shop in the 1980s, becoming a worldwide phenomenon. The distinctive, chewy texture of the tapioca pearls, often called 'QQ' in Taiwan, is a key cultural marker of enjoyment in East Asian food culture.