Make Refreshing Taiwanese Bubble Tea at Home

Bubble tea—also known as boba tea—is rapidly gaining popularity in Croatia. This refreshing drink combines black or green tea, milk, and chewy tapioca pearls for a unique texture in every sip. With Rice Kakis bubble tea sets and ingredients, you can easily prepare this iconic Taiwanese drink at home.

Origins and Global Popularity

Bubble tea originated in Taiwan in the 1980s, created in local tea shops. It quickly became a global trend and is now loved across major Croatian cities like Zagreb, Split, and Osijek. The secret to its success lies in the wide variety of flavors, toppings, and the ability to fully customize each drink.

Tapioca Pearls and Flavor Variations

Tapioca pearls—also called boba—are the heart of every bubble tea. At Rice Kakis, we offer several customer favorites:

• Brown Sugar – rich, caramel-like flavor
• Taro – nutty and exotic
• Green Tea – earthy and light
• Colorful Pearls – visually fun and playful

All pearls are available for home preparation, including detailed cooking and storage instructions.

Bubble Tea Sets and Ready-to-Drink Cans

Besides individual ingredients, you’ll find complete bubble tea kits in our webshop, with top flavors like:

• Strawberry
• Brown Sugar
• Taro
• Matcha

Prefer something ready-made? Try Madam Hong bubble tea cans—available in 9 fun flavors, including mango, peach-strawberry, and apple.

How to Make Bubble Tea at Home

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup tapioca pearls
• 1 cup black or green tea
• 1/2 cup milk or plant-based alternative
• 2–3 tbsp sugar or syrup
• Ice cubes (optional)

Preparation Steps:

• Cook the pearls for 5–7 minutes, then rinse them.
• Brew your tea and sweeten it as desired.
• Place pearls in a glass, add ice, tea, and milk. Stir and enjoy!

📹 Step-by-step video tutorial available on the Rice Kakis webshop.

🧋 Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most popular bubble tea flavors?
Strawberry, brown sugar, taro, and matcha. Madam Hong cans include mango, peach-strawberry, and apple flavors.

Where can I buy bubble tea kits in Croatia?
At Rice Kakis! We offer bubble tea kits, tapioca pearls, flavored syrups, and more.

Ready to enjoy bubble tea at home?
Order online or visit our Rice Kakis stores in Zagreb. Taste the authentic flavor of Taiwan—right in your own kitchen!