Matcha bubble tea is one of the most-loved drinks at Hooba Boba, opposite VIT 3rd Gate in Vellore. If you have never tried matcha before – or you are not sure which matcha drink to pick – this short guide will help you choose.
📖 Curious how matcha is made? Read Matcha Explained: From Japanese Tencha to Hooba Boba’s Matcha Bubble Tea
Key takeaways
- Matcha bubble tea is creamy and earthy, with chewy tapioca pearls.
- Hooba Boba serves two matcha drinks: Matcha Bubble Tea and Matcha Banana.
- Matcha is one of our three famous drinks, with Taro and Hazelnut.
- Our premium materials are selected and imported from Taiwan, China and Japan.
What is matcha bubble tea?
Matcha bubble tea combines matcha – a fine green tea powder from Japanese tencha leaves – with milk, ice and chewy tapioca pearls. The result is a smooth, creamy drink with a gentle green-tea flavour and a fun, chewy bite. Want to know more about matcha itself? Read Matcha Explained.
Matcha milk tea vs matcha bubble tea
People search for both matcha milk tea and matcha bubble tea – they are the same drink family. Matcha milk tea is Japanese matcha whisked with milk; matcha bubble tea (or matcha boba) is that matcha milk tea served with chewy tapioca pearls.
Real Japanese matcha, from Kyoto
Our Kyoto Matcha Bliss range is made with premium matcha imported from Japan – one of the most expensive bubble tea ingredients in the world – with our own formulation and quality checks on every batch.
What does matcha milk tea taste like?
- Earthy and grassy – the classic matcha flavour.
- Creamy – milk softens the natural bitterness of the tea.
- Refreshing – served cold over ice, it is perfect for Vellore’s warm afternoons.
Matcha Bubble Tea vs Matcha Banana
Matcha Bubble Tea
Our classic choice: creamy matcha milk tea with tapioca pearls. Pick this if you want the pure matcha taste.
Matcha Banana
Matcha blended with banana for a thicker, smoothie-style drink. The banana adds natural sweetness and makes the matcha flavour milder – a great option if you are new to matcha.
Tips for first-timers
- New to matcha? Start with Matcha Banana – it is the gentlest introduction.
- Love green tea? Go straight for the classic Matcha Bubble Tea.
- Share and compare: come with a friend, order one of each and swap sips.
- Try our other famous drinks too: Taro and Hazelnut are the other two drinks Hooba Boba is known for.
Does matcha have caffeine?
Yes. Matcha is a tea, so it naturally contains caffeine. If you are sensitive to caffeine, you may prefer one of our fruit-based drinks such as the Passion Fruit Blast.
Where to try matcha bubble tea in Vellore
Hooba Boba is right opposite VIT 3rd Gate on Chennai Salai, Katpadi, and is open every day from 11 AM to 10 PM. You can also order on WhatsApp for delivery to VIT campus.
Visit Hooba Boba – opposite VIT 3rd Gate, Chennai Salai, Katpadi, Vellore. Open every day, 11 AM – 10 PM. See the full menu or order on WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
Is matcha milk tea the same as matcha bubble tea?
Yes. Matcha bubble tea (matcha boba) is matcha milk tea served with chewy tapioca pearls.
What does matcha bubble tea taste like?
Earthy, smooth and lightly sweet, with a creamy milk finish and a soft chewy bite from the pearls.
Is Hooba Boba’s matcha from Japan?
Yes. Our Kyoto Matcha drinks are made with premium matcha imported from Japan.
Which matcha drink should I try first?
If you are new to matcha, start with Matcha Banana – the banana makes the flavour milder. If you already like green tea, try the classic Matcha Bubble Tea.
Does matcha bubble tea contain caffeine?
Yes. Matcha is a tea and naturally contains caffeine.
Where can I get matcha bubble tea near VIT?
Hooba Boba, directly opposite VIT 3rd Gate in Katpadi, Vellore, serves matcha bubble tea every day from 11 AM to 10 PM.
Keep reading
- Matcha Explained: From Japanese Tencha to Hooba Boba’s Matcha Bubble Tea
- Best Bubble Tea in Vellore: Hooba Boba’s Famous Taro, Hazelnut & Matcha
- Bubble Tea in Vellore: A First-Timer’s Guide to Boba Near VIT
- Our full menu
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Best bubble tea in Katpadi! The tapioca pearls are chewy perfection, and the flavors like classic milk tea hit different. Affordable from ₹75—worth every sip. 5/5
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The best way drink Matcha is without sugar or low sugar. I have tried once in Hooba Boba the taste was very good, the same taste I had experienced once in USA. much appreciated team and shop.
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Tried the taro bubble tea today Creamy and sweet fresh boba every time very clean spot and friendly vibe must visit spot near vit
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