Boba tea has been around for several centuries and decades and it has retained and attained a global position as a widely accepted product and drink. In 2017, the popularity of the drink skyrocketed after been accepted in the western countries with bubble tea shops like Gongcha reporting a huge boom in business in top countries in the world.
The word “Boba” means a balls of tapioca used in drinks, which are generally consumed through a large straw to accommodate the beverages. It includes fresh juice loaded with fruity bits and iced tea with tapioca pearls or black tapioca pearls. It is called names like Boba tea, bubble tea, and pearl milk tea; however, the appellations differ in different countries in the world, but also personal preference.
Though, In the United State, the East Coast favors bubble tea is common and preferably. Whatever you call it, the drink consists of black tea, ice, chewy tapioca pearls, and milk with a fat straw to put up with the tapioca at the rear section of the cup.
THE POPULARITY OF GONG CHA BUBBLE TEA
Gong cha remains the best and most recognized bubble tea brand around the globe. It is known for quality in terms of its services and product. The companies withheld its reputation while ensuring its development around the world and making sure it doesn't affect the initial mission to provide every customer with quality tea products.
In 2006 the company was established and it has expanded to over 1500 locations and 15 countries in the world while it keeps growing. This includes Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, China, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Macau, Cambodia, Brunei, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the USA.
In 2009, Gong cha launched its first franchise store in Hong Kong. The success of Gong cha in other countries helped in validating and authenticating the brands to consumers in Hong Kong and outside of Taiwan.
In 2012, Gong cha opened a new licensed outlet in Korea. Two years after, we were able to create over 200 outlets and opened stores in the city of Seoul. The success of bringing Taiwanese tea culture to Korea tells more of Gong cha’s brand and its reputation.
Gong cha continues to prosper in Asia as a continent. In 2014, Gong cha was nominated as the most popular brand in Korea. In Singapore, the company was voted as the most popular F&B brand in 2013 and 2014
In April 2014, Gong cha opened its first licensed store in the United States, New York. To this day there are 47 outlets total within New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Texas (Though we have new outlets). In the last 6 months, visits to Gong cha have skyrocketed to about 25%, according to global reports from Foursquare.
At Gong cha, we prioritize and ensure healthy living among the masses and individuals., We focus on oolong, green and black tea while testing out variants like slushies, tea / coffee blends, and other seasonal blends.
LISTED BELOW ARE OUR NEW STORE AND THEIR LOCATION:
OPENED:
1. 1178 Morris Ave, Union, NJ.
2. 21 Broad Avenue STE 108, Ridgefield, NJ 07657
3. 714 Bluebird Court Unit 714, Woodbury, NY 10917
4. 1460 Dorchester Ave, Space C, Dorchester, MA 02122
OPENING SOON:
1. 7010 W Loop 1604 N, San Antonio, TX 78254
2. 2061 Broadway, New York NY 1002
3. 281 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115
4. 854 River Road, Milford, NJ, 07646
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Best Hot Bubble Tea Flavor in Fall Winter
At Gong cha, the variety of flavors are endless. New drinks will be launched in NY, NJ, MA, and TX stores. This includes the launch of our Spooky Brown Sugar Matcha.
Most Popular Bubble Tea Store in New York
The long wait is finally over for residences of New York who have been anticipating a new Gong cha Bubble Tea shop. We are happy to announce our new store open at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets (714 Bluebird Court Unit# 714, Woodbury, NY 10917). Additionally, we have a new store opening soon in New York City located at 2061 Broadway, New York, NY 10023.
Gong Cha Milk Tea Series To Keep You Warm This Winter
Winter is here. It's time to put down your favorite bubble tea and ignore your appetite, since the last thing you want to do is drink anything cold, right? Bubble tea is designed to be enjoyed at any time of the year, regardless of the season. While the older variety of the tea is more popular, a series of warm bubble tea can be enjoyed in the winter.
