Is bubble tea or boba tea suitable for vegans?

The vegan-friendliness of bubble tea or boba tea depends on the ingredients used in its preparation. While the base components like tea, sugar, and water are typically vegan, certain variations may include non-vegan elements such as milk, cream, or honey.

To ensure a vegan bubble tea experience, consider the following options:

Opts for non-dairy milk alternatives such as almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, or coconut milk instead of dairy milk. However, be mindful of flavoured milk teas containing creamer in the powder.

Choose vegan sweeteners like cane sugar or agave syrup instead of honey or other non-vegan sweeteners. It's worth noting that all sweeteners used by Boba Buzz are vegan-approved.

Exercise caution with toppings like tapioca pearls (boba) as they may contain non-vegan ingredients like honey or gelatine. Look for vegan-friendly alternatives such as fruit jelly, aloe vera, or popping boba made from plant-based ingredients. It's worth mentioning that 90% of the toppings offered by Boba Buzz are vegan-friendly.

It's always recommended to verify the vegan-friendliness of bubble tea by contacting the specific bubble tea shop or reviewing the ingredient labels.

In  Boba Buzz’s product range, you can find information on the product picture. Products that display the vegan-approved logo indicate that the Vegetarian Society has approved them.