Can I make Earl Grey Bubble Tea vegan?

Yes. Use oat, almond, or coconut milk. Each brings a unique flavor oat milk is creamy, almond is light, and coconut adds tropical notes.

How long do cooked pearls last?

Tapioca pearls are best fresh but can be stored in syrup for 2–3 hours. After that, they harden and lose their chewy texture.

Does Earl Grey Bubble Tea contain caffeine?

Yes, Earl Grey is a black tea with moderate caffeine. If you prefer, use decaf Earl Grey for the same flavor without the buzz.

What’s the difference between bubble tea and boba?

Both terms describe the same drink. “Bubble tea” is more common in Canada, while “boba” is often used in the U.S. Technically, boba refers to the pearls themselves.

Earl Grey Bubble Tea - Amazing Homemade Boba Recipe

Earl Grey Bubble Tea Recipe – Easy Homemade Boba Drink

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A refreshing Earl Grey Bubble Tea made with fragrant tea, creamy milk, chewy tapioca pearls, and sweet brown sugar syrup. A homemade boba that rivals your favorite shop version.

Author: Emily
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Category: Drinks
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Taiwanese
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

625 g dairy or non-dairy milk
4 Earl Grey tea bags (or 4 tsp loose leaf)
100 g tapioca pearls
50 g brown sugar
Ice cubes`

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

In a small pot, simmer milk with Earl Grey tea bags. Remove from heat, cover, and steep 10 minutes. Press tea bags for full flavor. Chill tea in fridge.
Boil tapioca pearls in 1 inch of water for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let rest another 15 minutes.
Transfer hot pearls to a bowl with brown sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves into syrup.
Spoon pearls and syrup into serving glasses. Fill with ice and pour over chilled Earl Grey milk tea. Stir well before drinking.

Notes

Drink immediately for best texture. Pearls can be stored for up to 2–3 hours in syrup.
Swap milk for oat, almond, or coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
Experiment with other teas like oolong or hojicha for a unique twist.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass
Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 45mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Find it online: https://www.recipescommunity.com/earl-grey-bubble-tea-recipe/