Google's interactive Doodle game on their homepage recently celebrates the iconic bubble tea. This beverage, also known as boba tea and pearl milk tea, was created in the 1980s and has roots in traditional Taiwanese tea culture. Users of this game are tasked with brewing the ideal cup of bubble tea, which is made with black tea, tapioca pearls, and sweeteners.
The game has been released to celebrate the drink's global popularity, and bubble tea has become so popular that it was announced as an emoji on this day in 2020. The boba mania has extended to nations like Singapore, Japan, South Korea, and more, and traditional tearooms all throughout Asia have joined in.
For those not in the know, Here are a few things to know about Bubble Tea or Boba:
Origin: Bubble tea, also known as boba, originated in Taiwan in the 1980s.
Main ingredients: The drink typically consists of tea, milk, sugar, and tapioca pearls.
Variety of flavors: Bubble tea can be made in a variety of flavors including green tea, black tea, oolong tea, fruit-based flavors and more.
Tapioca pearls: The tapioca pearls are small, chewy balls that add texture to the drink and are a signature ingredient of bubble tea.
Toppings: In addition to tapioca pearls, bubble tea can also be topped with fruit jelly, pudding, or fruit bits.
Preparation: Bubble tea is typically shaken or stirred in a cup with a special tool to ensure the ingredients are well mixed and the tapioca pearls are evenly distributed.
Popularity: Bubble tea has become increasingly popular in recent years, with many bubble tea shops and chains opening worldwide.
Health concerns: Some studies have linked the high sugar content and use of artificial flavorings in bubble tea to health concerns such as weight gain and tooth decay.
Variations: There are several variations of bubble tea, including slushie-style, frozen, or smoothie-style drinks.
Customization: Bubble tea is highly customizable, allowing customers to choose the type of tea, sweetness level, and toppings to suit their preferences.
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