Bubble tea is a tea-based drink that typically contains milk, sugar, and tapioca pearls—also known as “boba.” The drink can be served hot or cold, and it comes in a wide variety of flavors and textures. Some versions include fresh fruit, fruit jellies, pudding, or national bubble tea day 2025 cheese foam.
The “bubble” in bubble tea refers to both the frothy bubbles that form on top of the tea when it is shaken, and the chewy pearls at the bottom of the cup.