Tapioca – as tapioca pearls, also known as boba – is the heart of classic bubble tea. Made from cassava starch, tapioca pearls have a characteristically chewy, gummy texture after cooking, making every bubble tea a unique taste experience.
Unlike popping boba fruit pearls, tapioca pearls don't burst – they are firm, elastic and slightly sweet. Perfect for classic variations like Thai Milk Tea, Ube Bubble Tea or Brown Sugar Boba. Preparation is simple: cook the tapioca in boiling water for 2–3 minutes, let it rest for 2–3 minutes, briefly toss in sugar syrup and add straight to your favourite tea.
Our tapioca pearls are vegan and gluten-free, ideal with our Bubble Tea kits and matching Bubble Tea accessories like XXL straws and cups. Direct delivery throughout Switzerland and Liechtenstein – free shipping from CHF 79.
