We're midway through summer and what's a better way to beat the heat than with a refreshing glass of DIY iced tea? But we're not talking about your ordinary, sweetened iced tea; we're popping into the tasty world of boba tea - a deliciously creamy and chewy twist on traditional iced tea using INA Botanicals & Tea's handcrafted loose leaf blends.
Did you know? Bubble tea, better known today as boba tea, originated in Taiwan in the 1980's. Though its true origins have continued to be debated.
First up, we have a classic Asian Taro Boba Tea. This vibrant purple drink not only looks fun but also offers a delightful blend of earthy taro flavor, combined with the creamy goodness of oat milk. To add an extra layer of sweetness and excitement, we've thrown in some black sugar tapioca pearls, which bring that unmistakable boba texture to each sip. You can also adjust the sweetness by adding a touch of honey, date syrup, or agave.
Taro Boba Tea
- 1 tbspn taro powder
- 2/3 cup of chilled Twilight (Ceylon black tea, ango flavor, orange peel)
- 1/3 cup oat milk
- 1/4 cup black sugar tapioca pearls
- desired amount of honey or sweetener
- Cubed ice
Pour chilled tea into a cup. (Learn how to chill tea here.) Add taro powder and oat milk. Stir. Add desired amount of sweetener, tapioca pearls, and ice.
Next on the list is a fruity fave: Strawberry Milk Boba Tea. The refreshing flavors of strawberries with the creamy texture of almond milk, makes it a perfectly protein and high in antioxidant refreshment for the wellness-conscious. The combo of fresh strawberries and honey gives this boba tea a naturally sweet and luscious taste that you won't be able to resist. Topped off with black sugar tapioca pearls and a generous amount of ice, this drink is a true taste of summer in a glass.
Strawberry Milk Boba Tea
- 2/3 cup chilled 9 AM Agenda (yerba maté, black tea, rose petals)
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/3 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup black sugar tapioca pearls
- Cubed ice
Pour chilled 9 AM Agenda tea into a cup. Blend strawberries with almond milk and honey in a blender. Strain into another container. Pour strawberry milk into tea. Add tapioca pearls, ice, and any extra desired sweetener. Stir.
Last, but not least is a Vanilla Blueberry Milk Boba Tea. This unique and flavorful drink features the classic and elegant taste of Earl Grey tea, beautifully complemented by the sweetness of fresh blueberries and honey. Blended together with almond milk, this boba tea offers a smooth and luxurious texture that will make you want to savor every sip. Of course, we haven't forgotten the black sugar tapioca pearls and ice, which complete the boba tea experience to perfection.
Blueberry Milk Boba Tea
- 2/3 cup chilled Eleanor Grey (Earl Grey, lavender, vanilla)
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/3 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup black sugar tapioca pearls
- Cubed ice
Pour chilled tea into a cup. Blend blueberries with almond milk and honey. Strain into another container. Pour blueberry milk into tea. Add tapioca pearls, ice, and any extra desired sweetener. Stir.
Now that we've tantalized your taste buds with these simple boba iced tea recipes, you should give these easy recipes a go. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or simply craving a treat, these boba tea creations are guaranteed to please your palate.
Remember to share your boba tea adventures with us and tag #IcedTeaDelights on social media. Happy sipping!