9 bubble tea shops you need to visit
It’s called bubble tea. A beloved Taiwanese classic that incorporates tea, milk and ‘bubbles’, typically made from tapioca, bubble tea has been on the rise since its creation in the early 1980s.
With the growth of cafe culture, came the rise in popularity of the beloved drink as it made its way around southeast Asia and beyond.
As it can be customised to your liking, is extremely tasty and unique, and some say it comes with an array of health benefits, make sure to check out these nine bubble tea shops across Northern Ireland.
As it can be customised to your liking, is extremely tasty and unique, and some say it comes with an array of health benefits, make sure to check out these nine bubble tea shops across Northern Ireland.
5. Hey Boba, 46 University Street, Belfast.
Found in the centre of Belfast’s Queen’s Quarter, Hey Boba has become a certified go-to for students in the area. Serving traditional Tawainese bubble tea, it brings a modern twist, with an Aurora Series as well as a variety of street snacks. For more information, go to facebook.com/heybobauk Photo: Image from HeyBoba via Facebook
6. Chatime, 27 Corn Market, Belfast.
Dedicated to redefining the benchmark of bubble tea on an international stage, Chatime is host to more than 1,000 stores worldwide. Regarded as the UK’s Number 1 fresh bubble tea specialist, each drink is made to order, with the menu consisting of an array of milk and fruit teas that can be personalised to your liking. For more information, go to chatimeuk.com Photo: Image from Chatime UK via Facebook
7. Brew & Yaki, 29 South St, Newtownards.
Established in 2020, Brew & Yaki is an Asian-inspired snack canteen that serves authentic Taiwanese bubble tea, fresh and handmade Japanese mochi in a variety of flavoured twists as well as Obanyaki wheel cakes. For more information, go to instagram.com/brewandyaki Photo: Image from brewandyaki vaid Instagram
8. Gaga Boba, 25 Belmont Rd, Belfast.
Suitable for vegetarians, vegans and those with a dairy intolerance, Gaga Boba offers a variety of premium bubble teas in a variety of flavours. Including milk tea, fruit tea, lattes and even matcha, all of which can be created to your specifications. For more information, go to instagram.com/gagabobatea Photo: Image from Gaga Boba via GoogleBusiness