
How to Make Bubble Tea in 5 Simple Steps
Bubble tea is made by cooking tapioca pearls, brewing strong tea, sweetening it, and mixing it with milk. The refreshing drink is served cold with chewy pearls.
Bubble tea is made by cooking tapioca pearls, brewing strong tea, sweetening it, and mixing it with milk. The refreshing drink is served cold with chewy pearls.
Prepare the Tapioca Pearls: Boil water in a pot and add tapioca pearls. Cook for 5-10 minutes until they float and turn soft. Drain and rinse the pearls under cold water.
Brew the Tea: Brew strong black or green tea by steeping tea bags in hot water for 3-5 minutes. Let it cool down.
Sweeten the Tea: Add sugar or a sweetener to the tea while it's still warm. Stir until dissolved and then let the tea cool completely.
Mix the Drink: In a glass, add a few spoonfuls of tapioca pearls, followed by ice. Pour the cooled tea over the ice, then add milk or a milk alternative.
Stir and Serve: Stir the tea, milk, and pearls together, and serve with a wide straw for sipping up the chewy pearls. Enjoy your homemade bubble tea.