Boba Tea Company Tapioca Pearl 7.5mm - 3kg
Tapioca pearls 7.5mm in 3kg bags for UK cafes, bubble tea shops and dessert venues. Smaller than standard 9.5mm pearls, suitable for milkshake-style drinks, narrow-bore straws, dessert garnishes and cup designs with smaller lid openings.
Specifications
- Product type: Tapioca pearls (boba), small size
- Pearl diameter: 7.5mm (smaller than standard 9.5mm)
- Pack size: 3kg per bag
- Servings: ~80-100 drinks per bag depending on portion size
- Ingredients: Cassava starch, water, caramel colour
- Suitable for: Cafes, dessert venues, milkshake stations, frozen yoghurt shops
- Storage: Cool dry place when sealed; once opened, reseal and use within 6 months
How to cook
Bring water to a rolling boil (one part pearls to seven parts water), add pearls, stir to prevent sticking, and boil for 20-25 minutes (slightly less than 9.5mm). Turn off the heat and rest covered for 25 minutes. Drain and transfer to brown sugar syrup before service.
When to choose 7.5mm over 9.5mm
7.5mm pearls are smaller and pass through narrower-bore straws (8-10mm). Use them for milkshakes, smoothies, frozen yoghurt toppings and dessert garnishes where the standard 12mm bubble tea straw is not appropriate. They are also faster to cook than 9.5mm pearls.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between 7.5mm and 9.5mm pearls?
9.5mm is the standard bubble tea size — drawn through a 12mm bubble tea straw. 7.5mm is smaller — suitable for narrower 8-10mm milkshake straws, frozen yoghurt toppings, and dessert garnishes. 7.5mm cooks slightly faster (20-25 minutes vs 25-30).
How many drinks does a 3kg bag make?
Approximately 80-100 servings depending on portion size (30-40g cooked pearls per drink).
How long do cooked tapioca pearls last?
Cooked pearls hold their texture for 4-6 hours at room temperature in brown sugar syrup. After that, the texture hardens. Cook in batches throughout service for best quality.
Can 7.5mm pearls be used in standard bubble tea?
Yes, but the smaller size gives a different mouthfeel — less prominent chew. For traditional bubble tea, 9.5mm is the standard. 7.5mm works better for milkshake-bubble-tea fusion drinks or compact desserts.
