Brown Sugar Milk Tea with Boba, often referred to as Tiger Milk Tea, is a delightful Taiwanese beverage known for its rich sweetness and unique chewy texture. The characteristic tiger stripe pattern, created by the swirling of brown sugar syrup, lends this drink its distinctive appearance and name.
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This tea stands out among Bubble Tea varieties, alongside Taro Milk Tea and Strawberry Milk Bubble Tea. Perfect for any season, it serves as a refreshing iced treat during summer and a cozy, warm beverage in winter.
This creamy drink, sometimes humorously called Dirty Brown Sugar Milk Tea due to the syrup's resemblance to mud, is surprisingly simple to make and sure to become a favorite. Despite its mud-like appearance, its delicious taste is undeniable, making it an irresistible addition to your beverage collection.
Ingredients and Substitutions Overview
To make Brown Sugar Milk Bubble Tea, you'll need a few basic ingredients, easily available at most Asian supermarkets. Here's what you'll need:
- Boba Pearls: Instant tapioca pearls with black sugar flavor are ideal for quick preparation, as they cook in about 5 minutes according to package instructions. Alternatively, homemade tapioca pearls can be made from tapioca starch for a more authentic touch.
- Brown Sugar: Essential for imparting the classic, rich taste to the drink. Organic brown sugar is recommended for making syrup, but alternatives like palm sugar powder, dark brown cane sugar, or light brown cane sugar are also suitable, depending on what's available.
- Milk: Use cold, refrigerated milk for the iced version of this beverage. For a comforting warm drink during winter, warm milk is preferable. For an added richness, consider using half and half instead of regular milk.
- Ice Cubes: Necessary for creating a chilled and refreshing Boba drink.
How to make Brown Sugar Milk Bubble Tea?
Dive into the world of Brown Sugar Milk Bubble Tea with our detailed recipe, complemented by step-by-step photos and videos. Explore the process of Cooking Boba Pearls, Crafting Brown Sugar Syrup, and the ultimate Brown Sugar Milk Bubble Tea.
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Brown Sugar Milk Bubble Tea
Ingredients
- 1 cup Boba Pearl
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Brown Sugar
- 3 cups Milk
- Ice Cubes, As needed
Instructions
Cooking Boba Pearls
- In a saucepan over medium heat, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- Add 1 cup of instant boba pearls and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and continue cooking until the boba doubles in size (refer to package instructions if needed).
- Once done, drain the cooked boba and keep it in the water (if not using immediately in the sugar syrup). Reserve for later use.
Making Brown Sugar Syrup
- Heat a pan over medium heat, add 1 cup of brown sugar, and stir until it melts.
- Add the drained boba to the brown sugar syrup and cook until it becomes sticky.
- Your sticky and sweet Brown Sugar Boba Syrup is now ready to create delicious boba milk tea.
Making Brown Sugar Milk Bubble Tea
- Add 3 tbsp of Brown Sugar Boba syrup to a serving glass and swirl to create a tiger stripe-like impression.
- Add ice cubes and fill the glass with cold milk. Enjoy your sweet and addictive Brown Sugar Milk Bubble Tea!
Serving
- Serve with plenty of ice cubes for a refreshing summer treat, or enjoy it warm for comfort during winter days.
Recipe Video
Chef's Notes and Tips
- Cooking Boba: Adhering to the package instructions is crucial for preparing Boba. This ensures you get pearls that are soft, chewy, and not rubbery.
- Brown Sugar Syrup: While organic brown sugar is my choice for the syrup, feel free to substitute with dark brown, light brown, or palm sugar powder for a similar taste.
- Creating Tiger Stripes: For the signature tiger stripe effect on your glass, swirl it after adding the brown sugar syrup and Boba. Let it sit for a few minutes, then add ice cubes and pour in cold milk. This technique gives the drink its iconic appearance.
Nutrition Info
Disclaimer
We're not nutrition experts, and the nutritional information provided is an estimate. Please use it as a guide. For precise details, it's best to consult a professional. To learn more, please view our Detailed Disclaimers.
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Serving Suggestions
Enjoy this Bubble Tea chilled by serving it with plenty of ice cubes. It's also delightful as a warm drink during colder days. For the eye-catching tiger stripe effect on your glass, swirl it after adding brown sugar syrup and Boba. Allow it to settle for a few minutes before adding ice cubes and pouring in the cold milk. This creates the visually appealing stripes that make the drink not only tasty but also a treat for the eyes.
Storage Suggestions
It's best to enjoy this Brown Sugar Milk Tea fresh, especially when using instant Boba. These pearls tend to become hard and rubbery if left for too long. However, if you've made your Boba from scratch using tapioca starch, they can be stored for 2 to 3 hours while still maintaining their quality.
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