Get ready to celebrate National Bubble Tea Day on April 30th! This delicious drink has been around for centuries, originating in Taiwan and becoming a worldwide phenomenon. It's made from tea with added bubbles or tapioca pearls that give it an extra chewy texture. Bubble tea has become very popular in recent years, with the countless variations of flavors and toppings now available making it one of the most delightful drinks around!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bubble Tea Invention</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bubble tea was invented in Taiwan during the early 1980s. Two tea houses, Chun Shui Tang and Hanlin Tea Room, claim to have created the original bubble tea.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bubble Tea Popularity Grows</div><div class='timeline-text'>Throughout the 1990s, bubble tea gained popularity in other Asian countries, such as South Korea, Japan, and China.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>International Expansion</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the early 2000s, bubble tea shops began opening in North America, Europe, and Australia, spreading its popularity to a global audience.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bubble Tea Goes Mainstream</div><div class='timeline-text'>Major food chains, such as Starbucks and McDonald's, started to introduce bubble tea-inspired drinks and menu items, increasing its visibility and acceptance.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bubble Tea Innovations</div><div class='timeline-text'>New variations of bubble tea, such as cheese tea and fruit tea, gained popularity, attracting more consumers to the beverage.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make your own bubble tea</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Making bubble tea is easier than you think. All you need is tea, milk, sugar, a tapioca starch pearls, and a shaker or blender. You can find recipes online or even buy kits to make it at home.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go out for bubble tea</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head to your local bubble tea shop and try out a new flavor or combination! Try classic flavors like matcha, taro, and mango or mix it up with something more unique!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a bubble tea party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for an afternoon of bubble tea tasting! Ask everyone to bring their favorite flavors and toppings, then have a taste test to see who made the best drink.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make bubble tea treats</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Try making bubble tea inspired goodies like cupcakes, ice cream, cookies, and more! Get creative with flavors and toppings to make some truly unique treats.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself on bubble tea</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Learn about the history of bubble tea from its roots in Taiwan to how it has become popular around the world. Read articles, watch videos, and talk to people who know about it to gain a better understanding of this delicious beverage.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Bubble tea is fun and flavorful</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>What's not to love about bubble tea? With it's unique texture and endless flavor combinations, it provides a great way to mix things up when you're thirsty. Whether you prefer something fruity or like your tea on the more classic side, bubble tea always hits the spot!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Bubble tea is a great way to cool off</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On a hot summer day there's nothing better than an ice cold bubble tea to quench your thirst and cool down. The combination of milk and tea provide a double whammy of cooling power that will make you think twice before reaching for another sugary soda!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Bubble tea supports local businesses</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Buying bubble tea from your local shop helps to support small businesses and their employees. Plus, you can be sure that you're getting quality ingredients that have been freshly made for maximum taste and enjoyment!</p></div></div>
National Bubble Tea Day is celebrated on April 30 every year. In 2024 National Bubble Tea Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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