Pearl milk tea is also known as "boba tea" or "bubble tea," depending on where it is sold. The nutrients in pearl milk tea depend on the ingredients used to make it, as there are several varieties available, and the recipes can be adapted to increase the thickness or decrease the calories of the drink. The basic nutritional content of pearl milk tea, however, are based on the must-have ingredients needed to make it.
Ingredients and Calories
The basic ingredients needed to make pearl milk tea are: milk, black or green tea, tapioca, fruits and a sweetener--which can be sugar, honey or syrup. The calorie count of the final drink depends on what you use to make it. For example, whole milk has 167 calories per cup, while skim milk has only 110. You can also replace the milk with soy milk, powdered milk or water if you prefer to save more calories or reduce the fat content. Table sugar has 46 calories per serving and honey has 64.
Nutrients
Green and black tea, used in the making of pearl milk tea, contain antioxidants and caffeine. Different fruits are used in the making of the tea, including lychee, berries and peaches. Depending on which fruit you choose, you will get a number of different vitamins from the drink, including A, C and E. The fiber content will also be high if you use natural fruits.
Carbohydrates
Pearl milk tea is high in carbs. Fruit syrups, honey or sugar are essential ingredients and the source of most carbs in the drink. Tapioca pearls are also high in carbohydrates, and fruits and milk also add to the carb content. For those who want to cut down on calories and sugar, good alternatives include switching to skim milk, using sugar-free soy milk and using low-sugar fruits, such as berries.
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