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International Boba Day: 5 classic milk tea drinks to quench your summer thirst
Milk tea, also known as bubble tea or boba tea, has long been a beverage of choice for those looking for a quick refreshment, especially during the peak of Philippine summer.
Invented in the 1980s, it originated in Taichung, Taiwan, with Chun Shui Tang widely recognized as the oldest milk tea shop in the city.
In the Philippines, milk tea quickly became more than just a trend. According to Asian Studies expert Gilbert Que in a previous “Pinas Sarap” episode, its appeal lies in its sweetness, as Filipinos generally have a sweet tooth.
"Tuwang-tuwa tayo dito kasi mahilig nga tayo sa matamis. Mainit sa Philippines so the milk tea is almost always served cold," he said.
In celebration of International Boba Day, here are five classic milk tea drinks you can try in Metro Manila:
1. KOI Thé: Golden Bubble Milk Tea
A milk tea made with Assam black tea and golden tapioca pearls.
Bench Tower, 30th Street, BGC, Taguig. Facebook
2. CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice: Pearl Milk Tea
A classic milk tea with black tea and regular tapioca pearls.
3. Milksha: Honey Pearl Black Tea Latte
A black tea with fresh milk and honey-flavored pearls.
SM North EDSA. Instagram.
4. Gong Cha: Milk Tea with Pearl Jelly
A milk tea served with a mix of pearls and jelly.
Multiple locations. Website.
5. Happy Lemon: OG Milk Tea with Pearls
It's hard to go wrong with the OG. A basic milk tea with tapioca pearls is as classical as classical gets!
Multiple locations. Facebook.
Happy International Boba Day to those who celebrate!
— LA, GMA News
