You drink tea balls (referring to boba or bubble tea) by using a wide straw to simultaneously sip the tea and ingest the chewy tapioca pearls.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
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What are Tea Balls? This question assumes "tea balls" refers to boba or bubble tea, which is a popular drink made with tea, milk (or a non-dairy alternative), sweetener, and chewy tapioca pearls, often called "boba" or "pearls."
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The Wide Straw is Key: Boba tea is served with a large-diameter straw specifically designed to allow the boba to pass through easily. Regular straws are too narrow.
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Sipping and Chewing: The experience of drinking boba tea is unique. You simultaneously sip the flavored tea and chew the tapioca pearls. The combination of the sweet liquid and the chewy texture is what makes it so popular.
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Preparation: While not directly related to how you drink it, understanding the preparation helps. The tea is often shaken or stirred with milk, flavorings (syrups or powders), and ice. The cooked boba is then added to the cup before the tea mixture. A sealed lid is placed on top of the cup, and the straw is inserted to puncture the seal.
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Enjoy! Once the straw is in place, simply sip and chew! Some prefer to stir the boba around a bit to distribute them evenly throughout the drink.
