Coffee, tea or a latte? Why not a bubble tea! The trendy drink from Taiwan is currently booming in the city of Zurich. Stores are springing up like mushrooms. If you’re out and about in Zurich and like bubble tea or really want to try one, we’ll take you by the hand.
Pao Pao Modern Tea
The bubble tea store from Berlin has come to Zurich, more precisely to Kalkbreite in Wiedikon. As soon as you enter the store, you’re overcome by the desire to take a picture of the interior design. The pink lucky cat wall, the “Felt cute, might delete later” mirror and the drinks themselves are absolute eye-catchers for Insta-Shot. Furthermore, there is such a large selection of drinks that it’s best to come back again tomorrow. Vegan options with soy and oat milk are also available. With this interior, the bubble teas naturally have to keep up aesthetically – and they do indeed, and what’s more, they taste great too! The tapioca pearls impress with their consistency and sweetness and Pao Pao also impresses with its stamp cards: If you treat yourself to a bubble tea often, you get a tenth one for free after the ninth.
Badenerstrasse 156, 8004 Zurich
Mon-Thu 11.30h-19h / Fri-Sun 12h-20h
@paopao.moderntea.ch
Khujug
Khujug is a ten-minute walk from the main station and close to Langstrasse. Actually a restaurant, it also offers bubble tea to go. The interior is beautiful and offers a good ambience. There is also a good selection of drinks, and the price-performance ratio will put a smile on the face of anyone who has ever paid six francs for a café crème in Zurich. Those with a bad tooth will be happy here, as the drinks tend to be on the sweeter side when it comes to sugar. If you like it a little less sweet, let me know. And there’s more: not only are Khujug’s bubble teas authentic and delicious, but their Chinese cuisine is also worth a visit.
Schöneggstrasse 5, 8004 Zurich
Mon-Fri 11h-22h / Sat 12h-22h / Sun 13h-22h
@khujug.bubble.tea
Mì Té
Compared to other bubble tea stores, Mì Té has a smaller menu. This is particularly helpful for those who can’t make up their minds anyway when faced with too much choice. What’s on the menu here has most in common with the original from Asia; you’ll hardly find any offbeat creations here, but that doesn’t matter, as the store impresses with its cute interior and sense of sustainability. The company uses reusable glass containers with straws that customers can bring back again and again. Those who take part will benefit from a 10 percent discount on their drinks. Now that’s something!
Luisenstrasse 19, 8005 Zurich
Mon-Tues closed / Wed-Sun 12h-19h
mi-te.business.site
@mitezurich
Só Tea
Só Tea is located in the heart of Zurich. The small store is located directly at Froschaugasse 12 in Niederdorf and could easily be overlooked. Our favorite is the “The Grand Boba Taro” with tapioca pearls, brown sugar and the daily fresh homemade creamy taro. The tea masters also encourage their customers to keep the cups or bring their own next time – for the sake of the environment. If you stick to it, you pay one franc less. If you can’t make it to Zurich, keep your ears peeled: Só Tea will soon be opening its second branch in Rapperswil.
Froschaugasse 12, 8001 Zurich
Mon-Fri 12h-19.30h / Sat 12h-20h / Sun 14h-19h
so-tea.ch
@sotea_zurich
Juliette’s Bubble Tea
Juliette’s Bubble Tea can be found at the bar in her Singapore restaurant in Altstetten. They were the first to offer bubble teas in Zurich, long before Instagram was full of beautiful bubble tea pictures. The staff are very nice and courteous and are happy to put a little more tapioca pearls in the cup. Two different types of sugar are used here: liquid cane sugar and ground rock candy to give the taste more depth. If you fancy a bubble tea late in the evening, Juliette’s Bubble Tea is the place for you: Because they are open daily until 02:00.
Badenerstrasse 530, 8048 Zurich
Mon-Sun 11.30h-02h
@juliettebubbletea
Züri CiTea
Züri CiTea is the first real bubble tea store in Zurich that specializes only in bubble tea. Since July 2020, the opening marks the beginning of the trend. What is special about Züri CiTea is that they are constantly creating new special drinks despite the already wide range on offer. So you never get bored, no matter how often you walk past.
Meinrad-Lienert-Strasse 15, 8003 Zurich
Mon closed / Tue-Sat 12h-18.30h / Sun 14h-20h
zuericitea.ch
@zuri_citea
Besteas Bar
Bestea’s bar is located right next to the Stauffacher. The interior is decorated with dried flowers from Eden Flower, which is located right next door. The floral decorations are complemented by bubble tea and soft toys – a real paradise for anyone who likes things cute and kitschy. Besteas offers a wide variety of drinks: Whether milky or fruity, there is something for everyone. You can also put together your own fruity drink. They also offer the option of soy milk for lactose intolerant people. Also great: the customer chooses the sugar level and ice content.
Strassburgstrasse 15, 8004 Zurich
Mon 12h-19h / Tue closed / Wed-Thu 12h-19h / Fri-Sat 12h-20h / Sun 14h-20h
@besteas.bar
CU Bubble Tea
If you are not in the center of Zurich, you can visit CU Bubble Tea in Oerlikon. Most flavors and toppings are now available here throughout Switzerland. The products come directly from Taiwan, and CU Bubble Tea also sells everything you need to create the trendy drink at home. The classic Original Taiwanese Milk Tea tastes like tea and is not too diluted, which brings out the flavor. For those who like it, CU Bubble Tea is the go-to bubble tea place.
Schaffhauserstrasse 303, 8050 Zurich
Mon-Fri 11h-19:30 / Sat 11h-20h / Sun 12h-19:30
cu-bubbletea.ch
@cububbletea
Original Taiwanese Milk Tea, © Melinda Tran
Questions and answers about bubble tea
What is bubble tea taro?
Bubble Tea Taro is a special variant of bubble tea in which the main flavor is taro. Taro is a root tuber with a sweet and nutty flavor. In bubble tea taro, the taro flavor is used in the form of a syrup, powder or tea, which is then mixed with milk or fruit juice and served with tapioca pearls or other additives.
Where can you buy bubble tea beads?
Bubble tea pearls, also known as tapioca pearls or bubbles, can be bought in various stores or online stores. Some tea stores or bubble tea stores may offer them for sale. Alternatively, they may also be available in Asian grocery stores or specialized online stores for Asian cuisine ingredients.
Is taro bubble tea healthy?
The healthiness of taro bubble tea depends on the ingredients and the preparation. Taro itself is a good source of fiber and contains some nutrients such as potassium and vitamin C. However, many commercial bubble tea drinks contain added sugar and may also contain milk or dairy products, which can increase the calorie and fat content. It’s important to keep bubble tea consumption in moderation and look for options with less sugar or plant-based milk alternatives to make a healthier choice.
What does taro bubble tea taste like?
Taro bubble tea has a unique taste that can be described as sweet, nutty and slightly earthy. The taro flavor is often subtle and many people find it pleasant and delicious. The taste can vary depending on the preparation and the ingredients used.
What is the difference between boba tea and bubble tea?
“Boba tea” and “bubble tea” are often used interchangeably and refer to the same drink. In some regions or countries, however, “boba tea” is more commonly used, while in others “bubble tea” is more common. Both terms refer to drinks that usually contain tea, milk, fruit juice or other flavors and are served with tapioca pearls or other additives.
How can you make your own bubbles from bubble tea?
Making bubble tea pearls requires special ingredients and a little skill. There are various recipes on the Internet that provide instructions for making tapioca pearls. In general, tapioca pearls are made from tapioca starch and water, formed into a dough consistency and then cooked. It takes some practice to achieve the right consistency and texture. It is recommended that you first follow instructions or recipes to make bubbles of bubble tea at home.
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