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How to Make Ube Milk Tea with Purple Ube Extract
Dolce Flav
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Category
Purple Ube Extract Water Soluble
Author:
Dolce Flav
Servings
2
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
This Ube Milk Tea with Purple Ube Extract is a creamy, colorful, and deliciously fragrant drink that combines the nutty sweetness of ube (purple yam) with the comforting flavor of milk tea. Using Purple Ube Extract (Water Soluble) ensures a naturally vibrant purple color and authentic Filipino ube flavor—without artificial dyes. In just 15 minutes, you can make café-style ube milk tea at home with chewy tapioca pearls, creamy milk, black tea, and a touch of ube extract for a sweet, velvety finish. Perfect for hot afternoons or as a dessert drink, this recipe delivers both taste and visual appeal!
Ingredients
For the Milk Tea Base:
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2 black tea bags (or 2 tsp loose black tea)
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1 cup hot water (about 95°C / 203°F)
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1 cup fresh milk (whole or oat milk for creaminess)
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2 tbsp condensed milk (adjust to sweetness)
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1 tbsp sugar or honey (optional)
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1 tsp Purple Ube Extract (Water Soluble)
For the Tapioca Pearls:
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½ cup black tapioca pearls (boba)
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3 cups water (for boiling)
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2 tbsp brown sugar (for syrup)
For Serving:
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Ice cubes
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Optional: whipped cream or ube jam topping
Directions
Prepare the Tea:
Steep black tea bags in 1 cup of hot water for 3–5 minutes, then remove the tea bags. Allow the tea to cool slightly.Cook the Tapioca Pearls:
In a small pot, boil 3 cups of water. Add tapioca pearls and cook for 5–6 minutes or until soft and chewy. Drain and mix with brown sugar to coat. Set aside.Mix the Ube Milk Base:
In a mixing cup, combine the brewed tea, milk, condensed milk, sugar, and 1 teaspoon of Purple Ube Extract (Water Soluble). Stir or shake well until smooth and evenly colored.Assemble the Ube Milk Tea:
Place cooked tapioca pearls at the bottom of your glass. Add ice cubes, then pour the ube milk tea mixture on top. Optionally, top with whipped cream or a spoon of ube halaya for a richer flavor.Serve & Enjoy:
Stir before drinking to enjoy a perfect blend of sweet, creamy ube milk tea with chewy pearls.
Recipe Note
Top 10 FAQs About Ube Milk Tea with Purple Ube Extract
1. What is Purple Ube Extract (Water Soluble)?
It’s a natural ube flavoring that easily blends into liquids, giving both flavor and color without artificial ingredients.
2. Can I use green tea or oolong tea instead of black tea?
Yes, you can substitute with oolong or jasmine tea for a lighter flavor profile.
3. Is ube the same as taro?
No. Ube is a purple yam with a nuttier, sweeter flavor, while taro has a more earthy taste.
4. Can I make this drink dairy-free?
Absolutely! Substitute with oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk for a vegan-friendly version.
5. Can I skip the tapioca pearls?
Yes, the drink will still be delicious even without boba. You can replace them with nata de coco or jelly if desired.
6. How do I make it thicker and creamier?
Add a tablespoon of heavy cream or a scoop of ube ice cream before serving.
7. How do I store leftover milk tea?
Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Add ice or pearls only when serving.
8. Can I adjust the sweetness?
Yes! You can increase or decrease condensed milk or sugar according to your preference.
9. What other toppings go well with ube milk tea?
Ube jam (halaya), whipped cream, or coconut jelly pair beautifully with this drink.
10. Is Purple Ube Extract safe for kids?
Yes, natural water-soluble ube extract is safe and kid-friendly, free from artificial dyes or harmful chemicals.