Classic Bubble Tea Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup tapioca pearls (found in the dry goods section in Asian groceries)
• 4 cups freshly brewed strong black tea
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• Ice cubes, for shaking
• 1/2 cup whole milk

Directions

1. Soak the tapioca pearls according to the package instructions. Once fully reconstituted and softened, drain.
2. While the tea is still hot or warm, add the sugar and stir to dissolve completely. Let cool and then refrigerate until completely chilled, about 2 hours, before serving.Place the tapioca pearls at the bottom of 2 cups. Use a cocktail shaker to shake together the ice, milk, and tea and strain into each cup and serve.