No, not all bubble teas contain tea.
While many traditional bubble tea recipes feature tea as a key ingredient, variations exist that exclude tea altogether.
Bubble Tea Ingredients and Variations
Bubble tea comes in a wide variety of forms, with tea being a common but not universal component.
- Common Teas Used: Black tea, green tea, oolong tea, and sometimes white tea are frequently used as a base.
- Tea-Based Examples: Yuenyeung, a popular Hong Kong variation, combines black tea with coffee and milk.
- Tea-Free Options: Many modern bubble tea shops offer blended drinks without tea, focusing instead on fruit purees, milk alternatives, and other flavorings. These can include smoothies and juice-based versions.
Therefore, while many bubble tea recipes are rooted in tea, it is not an absolute requirement for a beverage to be considered bubble tea.
