Taro Milk Tea is one of the most popular bubble tea drinks that I usually see on menus. Of course, you don’t have to add boba pearls to taro milk tea, but it’s more fun if you do. 🙂 This drink is a vibrant purple lavender color and made with taro root, brewed tea and milk.
What is taro? Taro is a starchy root vegetable most commonly grown in Southeast Asia. It’s a bit like sweet potato or yam, but with a different flavor profile. Although you can use raw taro root to make taro milk tea, I almost always use taro powder because it makes the process a lot easier and I think it’s just as good.
Related: Use this boba pearl recipe to learn how to prepare your own bubbles at home!
Ingredients
- Taro powder
- Tea – jasmine, black or green
- Milk – dairy or milk alternative like soy or oat
- Boba Beads
- Sweetener, optional – simple syrup is a great option
Some taro powders already contain sweetener, so just check the label or taste your taro milk tea before adding more.
Directions
Prepare your boba pearls and let cool before using in a frozen drink recipe.
Prepare the tea and let it cool. I tend to make very strong tea because I don’t use much of it in this recipe.
In a large mug or mug, whisk together the milk and taro powder. I will often use a frothing wand to thoroughly incorporate the powder. But you can do it by hand with a small whisk or if your cup has a lid you can shake it well to dissolve the powder.
In a cup, add the boba pearls then the ice cream. Pour your tea. Then pour in the taro milk. Taste and add more sweetener if you feel needed.
tips for success
- I often brew the tea hot and simply let it cool before adding it to this iced drink. But you could also learn how to prepare cold tea if you want to make a larger batch.
- You will want to serve any bubble tea drink with a big straw, This way the Boba pearls will pass through the straw while you drink. A standard size straw will be too small.
- You can prepare the tea as well as milk the taro milk in advance and simply store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator at least 3 days in advance before using.
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Frequently asked questions
What does taro milk tea taste like?
It has a mild sweet and nutty flavor, almost like that of vanilla almonds.
Is taro milk tea healthy for you?
Although taro root contains a number of vitamins and nutrients, taro milk tea is typically made with tea, milk, taro, and a sweetener, so it is not necessarily considered a health drink .
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A vibrant purple drink made with tea, taro root powder, milk and usually boba pearls.
Instructions
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Prepare your boba pearls and let cool before using in a frozen drink recipe.
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Prepare the tea and let it cool. I tend to make very strong tea because I don’t use much of it in this recipe.
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In a large cup or mug, whisk together the milk and taro powder. I will often use a frothing wand to thoroughly incorporate the powder. But you can do it by hand with a small whisk or if your cup has a lid you can shake it well to dissolve the powder.
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In a cup, add the boba pearls then the ice cream.
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Pour your tea. Then pour in the taro milk.
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Taste and add more sweetener if you feel needed.
Remarks
You can use cow’s milk or an alternative like soy or oat milk. Nutritional values reflect cow’s milk.
Some taro powders already contain sweetener, so just check the label or taste your taro milk tea before adding more.
I often brew the tea hot and simply let it cool before adding it to this iced drink. But you could also learn how to prepare cold tea if you want to make a larger batch.
You will want to serve any bubble tea drink with a big straw, This way the Boba pearls will pass through the straw while you drink. A standard size straw will be too small.
You can prepare the tea as well as milk the taro milk in advance and simply store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator at least 3 days in advance before using.
Nutrition
Nutritional intake
Taro milk tea
Amount per serving
% Daily Value*
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Note: Nutrition is calculated automatically using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where applicable, we recommend using your own nutritional calculations.
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