Ms. Lê Thị Ánh Trinh
Bubble black tea leaves a strong impression from the first sip with its rich tea taste, gentle bubbles spreading across the tongue and a pleasantly cool sensation. Thanks to its light and refreshing flavor, this drink suits a wide range of consumers. In this article, GC Food shares an easy recipe to prepare this cooling beverage at home.
1. Ingredients for an authentic bubble black tea
1.1 Ingredient preparation
To create a well-balanced glass of bubble black tea with a mild sweetness, prepare the following ingredients according to the measurements below:
- Black tea: 20g
- Hot water: 800ml (ideal temperature ranges from 90 to 95 degrees Celsius)
- Almond syrup: 40ml
- Sugar syrup: 40ml
- Honey: 40ml
- Topping: 2 ladles of Ben Tre coconut jelly
- Ice cubes: fill the shaker completely
1.2 Tips for selecting ingredients
When choosing ingredients for bubble black tea, it is advisable to prioritize reputable brands with clear origins. For toppings, you may consider Ben Tre coconut jelly from G.C Food Joint Stock Company instead of unverified products available on the market. GC Food coconut jelly is produced using modern Pasteur sterilization technology, which helps preserve its natural chewiness and refreshing taste.
For products that require higher standards or are exported to demanding markets such as Japan, South Korea, or European countries, GC Food also applies the UHT Aseptic system to ensure consistent quality while extending shelf life.
2. Detailed steps to prepare bubble black tea
With just a few simple steps shared by GC Food below, you can successfully prepare a refreshing glass of bubble black tea served with coconut jelly topping.
2.1 Step 1: Brewing a strong black tea base
Brew 20g of black tea with 800ml of hot water at a temperature of approximately 90 to 95 degrees Celsius for exactly 10 minutes. Avoid over-brewing, as excessive extraction of tannins may cause the tea to become overly bitter. After brewing, gently press the tea bag twice to extract the full essence, then remove it.
2.2 Step 2: Mixing and creating the foam layer
Pour 300ml of the brewed tea, 40ml of almond syrup, 40ml of sugar syrup, and 40ml of honey into a shaker. Add ice cubes until the shaker is almost full, then shake vigorously for about 5 to 7 seconds. This process allows air to blend into the tea, forming a smooth foam layer on the surface.
2.3 Step 3: Adding coconut jelly topping
Pour the mixture into a glass, add GC Food coconut jelly on top, and garnish with a few mint leaves to enhance visual appeal. When prepared correctly, the drink features a fine white foam floating over a clear amber colored tea base.
Upon tasting, you will experience the distinctive aroma and mild astringency of black tea combined with the gentle sweetness of honey. The translucent, chewy texture of GC Food coconut jelly adds an enjoyable contrast, making each sip more engaging.
The bubble black tea recipe above is suggested and refined by the GC Food Team - A Vietnamese manufacturer specializing in Ben Tre coconut jelly.
3. Tips for creating an appealing bubble black tea with coconut jelly
To successfully prepare this drink, please keep the following two points in mind.
- In addition to GC Food coconut jelly, you may also add white pearls, aloe vera, or other favorite toppings to suit your taste.
- To prevent sugar syrup from clumping, make sure the water is sufficiently hot and stir the mixture thoroughly.
Preparing a glass of bubble black tea with coconut jelly at home is not difficult, even for beginners. However, to achieve a truly rich and well-balanced flavor, careful selection of ingredients is essential. Controlling quality from the tea base to the toppings helps ensure authentic taste while maintaining food safety for your family. You can explore more premium coconut jelly products on the GC Food introduction page.
This article is compiled by Le Thi Anh Trinh from the GC Food Communications Department, specializing in collecting and sharing in-depth knowledge about ingredients as well as production processes related to aloe vera and coconut jelly.