If you’re someone who appreciates a deeply steeped tea flavour, you’re in for a treat. As a self-proclaimed drinks specialist, Yi Fang is my GO-TO every time I'm in the mood to sip on bubble tea.

The best part? It’s located on Dominion Road… IYKYK! Grab a drink and then grab a bite at the goated Asian foodhub of Auckland. Seriously, even writing this is making me drool. The hotpot there… 🤤

Would I drink it again: Enthusiastically, YES x1000!

Do ya’ll remember when Machi Machi was so hyped for their Crème Brûlée Milk Tea? Elevated versions of bubble tea flavours definitely gave them their rep. I will say, their tea flavour is high-quality and strong, just not strong enough for my liking…

I’ll have to give them kudos for their branding though, it’s fun, cute and sort of gives a modern homage to the new-gen drinking bubble tea now! Their stores are so clean in design and very clean - LOVE the aesthetic 💙

Would I drink it again: Yes, it’s hard to say no to a sweet treat.

If you prefer lots of toppings and sweet, sweet teas, definitely go try CoCo! Coco is a great beginner-friendly introduction if you’ve been nervous about trying bubble tea.

In dire need for a quick fix of milky goodness? CoCo excels in just that. Their bright orange branding is hard to miss, when it first opened in the CBD - it certainly piqued my interest!

Would I drink it again: Yes, especially if I was eating spicy food and needed some sweetness.

If you’re impartial to coconut, please skip this - COCOMO is for our dairy-free queens and girlies who go coco for coconuts! Their cloud drinks are breathtaking (yes, I am describing a drink as breathtaking) - they’re the texture of our dreams.

The interiors are not just #aesthetic, their coconut jelly pudding is a must try! Definitely worth a visit for pure coconut bliss 🥥

Would I drink it again:  Yes, if I'm craving a cooling refreshment!