10 Popular Bubble Tea Toppings and Add-ons
We’ve already gone through the most popular boba tea flavors, so it is time to discuss bubble tea toppings. These small elements have a huge impact on your boba-drinking experience since they both change the texture and taste of your beverage. So, it is time for bubble tea toppings to be explained – and this is what we will do in this article. Interested? Read on!
What Are the Best Bubble Tea Add-Ons?
There are quite a few toppings to choose from on our bubble tea menu, each of them delicious in its own way. Everybody has a different taste, and boba add-ons will suit every person's preferences. But, to make it a bit easier, we’ve divided our list into three sections depending on the taste and texture of the toppings. So, what are the 10 most popular bubble tea add-ons?
Refreshing
Aloe Vera – This is made and extracted from aloe vera plants, which is an excellent topping for your summer drinks. Highly refreshing and quite neutral in taste (though some will say it can be slightly bitter), it will work great with any fruity boba.
Aiyu Jelly – Also known as ice flower jelly, it consists mainly of water and is best for cooling properties. When combined with citruses or honey, the translucent aiyu jelly will refresh you like no other drink. It’s a topping that you absolutely need to try.
Herb Jelly – It’s made by infusing herbs into gel-like base, which is then sweetened to create a delightful taste. The jelly texture creates a pleasant balance between dessert and bubble tea.
Chewy and Layered
Pearl – The traditional boba pearls are the perfect bubble tea topping if you want some chewiness in your drink. Not only do they enhance the flavor profile, but also adds an element of fun to the drink.
Mini Pearl – Classic boba pearl in a miniature form? That’s the mini pearls topping for you. With the same qualities as their classic variation, but coming in smaller sizes and larger quantities, you can taste them in every sip of your drink!
Lychee Jelly – This bubble tea topping captures the sweet, floral, and tropical essence of lychee fruit. The chewy fruit jelly adds both texture and appearance to the drink making it a popular topping choice.
Changing Both Texture and Flavor
Pudding – Creamy, smooth, soft custard-like texture adds a sweet and caramelized flavor to the drink. With its golden bright color, it gives a nice textural contrast to tea’s liquid texture.
Red Bean – If you prefer something a bit more nutty and earthy, you should try red beans. They are slightly sweet with a tender beans texture, it pairs well with bubble tea flavors like classic milk tea, matcha…etc.
Creama – Cheese foam topping with creamy and light texture similar to the coffee foam texture. The sweetness of the topping balanced with a hint of saltiness, making it a perfect airy layer of topping for any drinks.
Ice Cream – Ice cream topping makes the bubble tea sweeter and colder. As the ice cream melts, you get different textures of the drinks making it richer and creamier. It’s a great complement to your cold bubble tea.
The Takeaway
Having explained the best bubble tea toppings, our role has finished and yours has come. Which one will you choose and indulge in on your next visit to Sharetea?
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