Tara, milk tea? Despite long lines (even sometimes under the scorching sun), boba fans find that their favourite cup is worth the wait. We bring you our list of go-to milk tea places for your next fix! Scroll through to find out more:
Whether you call it milk tea, bubble tea, or boba, this delicious drink is more than just a trend—it’s here to stay, and we are not complaining. With the Philippines’ year-round heat and humidity, this sweet, ice-cold treat makes for the perfect afternoon refreshment. Choose from an array of flavours, from light, fruit-forward teas, to milky sweet indulgences that double as dessert, and toss in some funky mix-ins while you’re at it. Though everyone’s got their reliable favourites, there’s no harm in trying out something new—check out these milk tea spots throughout Metro Manila:
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1. Yi Fang
This phenomenon hails from Taiwan and has quickly become a favourite among milk tea lovers. With 25 branches in the Philippines (and definitely more to come), make sure to drop by for a cup! Try out their speciality taro milk tea made with freshly-mashed sweetened taro paired with milk and cream, or their best-selling coffee jelly latte for a fun twist on the classic dessert in boba form.
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