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How to celebrate National Tapioca Day here in Huntsville
June 28th is National Tapioca Day, and what better way to celebrate than a cup of iced boba tea? Pick from the list down below.
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What is tapioca?
In the United States, tapioca is only known for a couple things. The first thing that comes to mind is probably tapioca pudding, or maybe it’s tapioca pearls (boba).
It gained popularity by being known as a gluten free flour that can be used to thicken or as an alternative to other flours.
Tapioca is extracted from the cassava root, native to South America. Despite its nativity, boba tea originated in Taiwan around the 1980s. This difference is due to Japanese bringing cassava to Taiwan during colonial rule. Contrary to popular belief, it was originally served HOT.
If you’re in the mood to celebrate, check out these spots for a quick tapioca fix.
Where to get boba on National Tapioca Day
Piper & Leaf Tea Co.
If you enjoy Piper & Leaf’s artisan tea blends, you’ll find the only thing that makes them better is adding boba. For recommendations, locations, and hours, check below.
What: Try the Sunrise chai with boba. Or for a non-caffeinated option, try the Orchard Peach boba.
Where: 109 Gates Ave SE, Huntsville, AL 358011
When: Monday-Saturday: 9AM-7PM
- Alternative locations at Lowe Mill, Strong Station, and Lacey’s Spring. ↩︎
Leafly
Leafly entered the Huntsville boba scene with a boom. Boasting over 20 flavors, caffeinated and non, you’re bound to find something you love. What better place to be on National Tapioca Day?
What: Try the Black Sugar Boba Milk Tea
Where: 6275 US-72 E, Unit 39, Huntsville, AL 35806
When: Sunday-Thursday: 11AM-9PM; Friday-Saturday: 11AM-10PM
Oh Crepe!
Located in the eclectic Stovehouse, Oh Crepe has, well, crepes but also boba and other treats. If you want dinner with your boba, this would be the place to go.
What: Mango Bubble Tea
Where: 3414 Governors Dr SW, Unit 520, Huntsville, AL 35805
When: Sunday-Thursday: 11AM-9PM; Friday-Saturday: 11AM-10PM
Prefer not to go out on National Tapioca Day?
If you’d like to make boba yourself, it’s quite easy. Pick up some tapioca flour, and practice rolling tiny pearls between your fingers as long as you have water and brown sugar. Great way to spend a Friday night.
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