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Price per Kg.
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Cost per Cup.
Imported When Necessary. Indian-Made When You Want Speed, Support, and Scale. The Tea Planet delivers superior cost-per-cup economics, 99% recipe consistency, and 7-day dispatch โ while imported brands cost more and deliver less.
15g
Premix / Cup
99%
Consistency
7 Days
Dispatch
100+
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New to Boba? Start Here.
What is Bubble Tea?
And Why Does It Matter?
Bubble tea (also called boba tea) is a flavored tea-based drink mixed with milk or fruit, served cold with chewy toppings like tapioca pearls or juice-filled popping boba at the bottom. Originating in Taiwan, it's now one of the fastest-growing beverage categories worldwide โ and in India.
For cafรฉ owners, QSRs, and cloud kitchens, adding bubble tea to your menu means higher average order values, younger customer demographics, and margins above 200% on every cup sold.
But the quality of your ingredients determines whether customers come back. That's where the choice of supplier matters โ and that's what this page is about.
Who We Are
The Tea Planet โ India's First Bubble Tea Ingredient Manufacturer
We manufacture every ingredient your cafรฉ needs to serve bubble tea, milkshakes, mocktails, and premium beverages โ premixes, popping boba, tapioca pearls, syrups, nata de coco, and more. All made in-house at our FSSC 22000 certified facility in Hyderabad.
We don't just sell ingredients โ we provide recipes, training, costing sheets, and ongoing business support to help you build a profitable beverage menu.
What This Page Covers
- Why our formulation delivers better-tasting drinks than imports
- The real math: cost per cup, not price per kg
- What makes our popping boba different (14โ20% real fruit juice)
- 4 operating models โ choose what fits your business
- Head-to-head comparison with imported brands
- How to get started โ samples, demos, or distributor partnership
Anatomy of a Bubble Tea
Every Layer is an Ingredient We Manufacture
1. Tea / Milk Base
Our premixes dissolve in hot water to create the drink base โ milk tea, fruit tea, or ice tea. Just 15g per cup.
We make: 40+ Premix Flavors
2. Flavour & Sweetness
Brown sugar syrups, fruit syrups, and tea concentrates add depth, colour, and signature flavour to every drink.
We make: 15+ Syrups & Bases
3. Ice & Presentation
Served cold over ice in a sealed cup with a wide straw. Our recipes are calibrated for Indian serving habits โ less ice, more drink.
We make: Recipe SOPs Included
4. Toppings
The fun part โ chewy tapioca pearls, juice-filled popping boba, coconut nata de coco, or plant-based konjac jelly at the bottom.
We make: 30+ Topping Variants
Now that you understand the product, let's show you why Tea Planet is the best supplier for your business โ starting with formulation and cost economics.
Continue Reading โThe Science Behind the Sip
Why Formulation
Matters
The difference between a drink your customers love and one they tolerate is in the formulation. We engineered ours specifically for India.
Recipe Repeatability
Repeatability = % of cups that taste the same as the first cup.
Dairy-Based, Not Non-Dairy
We use dairy creamers โ the taste Indian consumers grew up with. Imported brands use non-dairy creamers that feel 'foreign' to local palates. Your repeat rate reflects this.
Indian Tea Bases
Our premixes use CTC and specialty teas sourced from Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu & Sri Lanka. The tea backbone is authentic โ not a generic global blend.
Sugar, Not Fructose
We use sugar and glucose โ not high-fructose corn syrup. The sweetness profile is familiar and balanced for Indian taste preferences.
Less Ice Formulation
Our recipes are calibrated for Indian serving habits โ less ice, more drink. Customers get better value per cup, and you get better margins.
Local Flavor Adaptation
Paan, Mango Cheesecake, Kesar, Rose โ flavors that resonate in Indian markets. Not just Taro and Thai because that's what Taiwan exports.
15g Dosage vs 30โ40g
Our formulation delivers full flavor at 15g per 350ml cup. Imported brands need 30โ40g for the same result. That's 2x the ingredient cost for the same drink.
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Section 1 โ The Real Math
The Cost-Per-Cup Advantage
Price per kg is a distraction. What matters is how much premix it takes to make one cup โ and how consistently you can replicate it. Here's the honest comparison.
Tea Planet
15g / cup
Efficient formulation = lower cost per cup
Imported Brand
30โ40g / cup
Double the premix needed per cup
Local Trader
Variable
Inconsistent dosage, inconsistent quality
| Metric | ๐ Tea Planet | Imported Brand | Local Trader |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premix per Cup | 15g | 30โ40g | Variable |
| Recipe Consistency | 99% | 85% | 60% |
| Dairy Base | Yes (Indian-style) | Non-dairy | Mixed |
| Dispatch Time | 7 Days | 3โ6 Weeks | 1โ2 Weeks |
| Support & Training | Full (SOPs, app, team) | None | Minimal |
| Shelf Life (India) | 12 Months | 18 Months | 6โ12 Months |
| FSSC 22000 Certified | โ Yes | Varies | โ No |
Our formulation uses just 15g per 350ml cup vs 30โ40g for imported brands โ that's half the premix usage, which means significantly lower cost per cup and better margins for you.
Request Sample Kit to Verify โSection 2 โ Structural Advantages
4 Unfair Advantages
These aren't marketing claims. They're structural advantages built into how we operate โ advantages your current supplier simply cannot match.
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Certifications That Back Every Claim
Section 3 โ Popping Boba Integrity
Not All Popping Boba
Is Created Equal.
Most imported popping boba uses artificial flavoring, inconsistent fill ratios, and packaging that doesn't meet Indian compliance standards. Here's what makes Tea Planet different โ and why it matters for your business.
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| Factor | ๐ Tea Planet | Imported Brands |
|---|---|---|
| Real Fruit Juice Content | 14โ20% per boba | Often <5% or artificial |
| Fill Ratio Consistency | Batch-controlled, calibrated | Varies โ often under-filled |
| FSSAI-Compliant Packaging | โ Ready for Indian retail | Often requires relabeling |
| Label Transparency | Full ingredient declaration | Vague or incomplete |
| Allergen Declaration | โ Per FSSAI standards | Varies by brand |
| Batch Traceability | โ Odoo ERP tracked | Limited or none |
India's first popping boba manufacturer. 1.5 tons per day. 14+ flavors. FSSC 22000 certified. FSSAI-compliant packaging. No relabeling needed.
Request a Popping Boba Sample Kit โSection 4 โ Head-to-Head
Tea Planet vs. The Rest
A complete side-by-side comparison across supply reliability, product quality, popping boba integrity, business support, and economics. Judge for yourself.
Supply Reliability
| Feature | ๐ Tea Planet | Imported / Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Dispatch Time | 7 Days | 3โ6 Weeks |
| Stock Availability | Ready Stock Always | Import Lead Time |
| Minimum Order | No MOQ for Cafรฉs | High MOQ Required |
| Emergency Reorder | WhatsApp & Ship | Wait for Import |
| PAN India Delivery | โ Yes | Limited |
Product & Quality
| Feature | ๐ Tea Planet | Imported / Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Formulation for India | โ Specifically designed | Generic global |
| Dairy Base Option | โ Yes | Non-dairy only |
| Indian Flavors | โ Paan, Mango, Kesar | โ Limited |
| Dosage Efficiency | 15g per cup | 30โ40g per cup |
| FSSC 22000 | โ Certified | Varies |
Popping Boba IntegrityNEW
| Feature | ๐ Tea Planet | Imported / Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Real Fruit Juice FillNEW | 14โ20% real fruit juice | Often <5% or artificial |
| Fill Ratio ConsistencyNEW | Batch-controlled & calibrated | Inconsistent โ often under-filled |
| FSSAI-Compliant PackagingNEW | โ Ready for Indian retail | Often requires relabeling |
| Label TransparencyNEW | Full ingredient declaration | Vague or incomplete |
| Batch Traceability | โ Odoo ERP tracked | Limited or none |
Business Support
| Feature | ๐ Tea Planet | Imported / Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Recipe SOPs | โ Included | โ Not provided |
| Staff Training | โ Remote + materials | โ None |
| Costing Sheets | โ Per drink | โ None |
| Menu Engineering | โ Dedicated support | โ None |
| App (Boba Planet Pro) | โ AI-powered | โ None |
Economics
| Feature | ๐ Tea Planet | Imported / Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Premix Usage / Cup | 15g | 30โ40g |
| Gross Margin | 200%+ | 150โ180% |
| Franchise Fee | โน0 | N/A |
| Royalties | โน0 | N/A |
| Volume Discounts | โ Available | Rare |
Quick Scan โ 3 Reasons to Switch Today
Half the Cost Per Cup
15g vs 30โ40g per drink. Same quality. Double the margin.
Real Fruit Juice in Every Boba
14โ20% actual fruit juice. Not artificial flavoring.
7-Day Dispatch
vs 3โ6 weeks for imports. Never run out of stock again.
Section 5 โ Choose Your Operating Model
The Modular System
You're not locked into one way of operating. Choose the model that fits your business โ and scale up when you're ready. No franchise fees. No royalties.
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Ingredient Flow โ From Factory to Your Cup
Section 6 โ Proof, Not Promises
Social Proof & Credentials
15+ years of building India's beverage industry. Here's what that looks like in numbers.
2011
Founded
India's first boba manufacturer
100+
Active Partners
Cafรฉs, QSRs, cloud kitchens
200+
Recipes
With full SOPs & costing
FSSC 22000
Certified
Global food safety standard
8
Production Lines
All in-house, Hyderabad
2
Export Markets
Maldives & Mauritius
India's First Bubble Tea Manufacturer
We pioneered the category in 2019. Before us, there was no in-house boba manufacturer in India. Everything was imported.
Direct Tea Plantation Sourcing
Tea sourced directly from Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala & Sri Lanka. 15+ years of tea expertise. No middlemen in our supply chain.
PAN India Distributor Network
Active distributor partnerships across India with chef support, sales teams, and service coverage in major cities.
R&D-Led Product Development
Taiwanese-style bubble tea recipes adapted for Indian tastes. Ongoing R&D for new flavors, seasonal menus, and trending formats.
Certifications
FSSC 22000
FSSAI
HALAL
APEDA
FDA
Tea Board
Coffee Board
Section 7 โ Complete Ecosystem
200+ Products.
One Manufacturer.
Stop juggling multiple vendors. We manufacture every ingredient for your beverage menu in-house โ factory-direct pricing, consistent quality, single point of contact.
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200+
Products Manufactured
8
Production Lines
FSSC 22000
Certified Facility
Section 8 โ Take Action
3 Ways to Get Started
Choose the path that makes sense for your business. No commitment required. Our team responds within 24 hours.
Sample Kit
Get a curated sample kit of our top premixes, toppings & syrups. Test before you commit.
Demo Booking
Schedule a live demo โ we'll walk you through recipes, costing, and the full system.
Distributor Partnership
Become a Tea Planet distributor in your city. 12โ15% margins, dedicated support.
Prefer to talk directly?
Section 9 โ Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before making the switch to Tea Planet.
Still have questions? Our team is available MonโSat, 10amโ7pm.
Stop Comparing Price per Kg. Start Comparing Cost per Cup.
15g per cup ยท 99% consistency ยท 7-day dispatch ยท FSSC 22000 certified