Taiwan: Light Bulb Milk Tea (Eve & T)

My cousin visited Taiwan recently and posted a very interesting photo of milk tea she had while on tour. The milk tea was in very cute light bulb glass. I immediately asked her where she got it and she said it was available at the food court of Taipei 101. The location was perfect for me since our office is in the same building.

I lost no time to look for the stall. Friends helped me find it and ordered my drink. They got me the tieguanyin milk tea and they explained that this was made from Taiwanese tea. I was so excited to sample the milk tea I forgot to take a picture of the menu. To order you have to select first the milk tea flavor, then the glass, the eyes and then the "message. Aside from the light bulb glass  you can also opt to get the cute bear. Price for cold milk tea starts at NTD129.

It took us some time to find a seat at the very busy food court. The milk tea was indeed very Taiwanese -- more milky and the tea had an edge to it. I opted for 50% sugar so it wasn't very sweet. I didn't request for pearls, but you can definitely have it added.

Will probably get some more tomorrow, but will need to figure out how I'm going to bring my light bulb glass home!

Update: I went back today to have another glass of yummy milk tea. Also got to take a photo of the menu finally!

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Taiwan's Best Milk Tea: Chun Shui Tang

During my first trip to Taiwan I asked around where I could buy the best milk tea. I was unsuccessful in finding it. I managed to try milk tea in a few places, but I knew it wasn't the place locals went to (they were located in touristy areas). So I made it my goal to find the best milk tea suggested by locals.

It was right under my nose. Just a few steps away from my hotel you will find "Chun Shui Tang" which is the most recommended milk tea in Taiwan.

For my first try I ordered pearl milk tea with less sugar and normal ice. It was more milky compared to milk tea from other countries where the tea had a stronger taste. I like that it was not too sweet sweet and it smoothly went down my throat. Those who prefer to have milkier milk tea would like this beverage. 

For an idea on how it compares to other brands, it's a tad bit like Cha Time (but better hehe). So next time your in Taiwan make sure to find the nearest Chun Shui Tang branch! 

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