Behind The Scenes: Bubble Tea Special ~ Part 2
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- Опубліковано 18 чер 2021
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Hey, I'm Bubble Tea Kristin! In today's video I introduce you to a fellow Female Boba Shop Owner named Yamille, who will share with you behind the scenes of her Bubble Tea Shop, Boba & Berry!
You'll meet another Entrepreneur who turned her Boba Tea & Açaí Bowl Dream into a Bubble Tea Reality in sunny Tampa Florida.
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thank you so much for this video, you dont know how much this has helped me....
You are so welcome! 😇
Hello everyone. Thanks for watching! I truly hope this video has helped all of you.
As for the place I get supplies it really varies and it all comes down to where you are located. Shipping costs increases product cost quite a bit. Any supplier for teas should sell the slush powder.
Thanks so much Yamille 😍
Where did you get your counter tables from??? Thanks!
even though i don’t plan to open a boba shop but a business of some sort, these videos are really inspiring. i appreciate you, kristin!
Thanks so much for the positive feedback 😁 Glad to hear 👍🏼
Wow I love this woman owned business!
Amazing isn't it?! 🥰
Thank you so much for this video.. So much good information.. I really learn allot..
You're so welcome Mundo 👋🏼😇
I love your videos and Would love to see how you set up your topping cabinet. Is it a chilled food display case?
Hello 👋🏼Thanks for the comment.
Yes, all toppings should always be refrigerated.
Yes. Toppings mist be refrigerated
Thank you so much for these very helpful videos! I have a question that might sound dumb but I'm still new to this, What do you need the hot water urn or container for? is it used for infusing the tea in the morning? or do you use it to prepare some of the drinks? thanks a lot.
Hello Nouhaila,
Here's a link to one of my popular in-shop recipes which explains about how to make a milk tea using powder.
ua-cam.com/video/VzaUzUd-6WE/v-deo.html
Hot water is needed to truly dissolve bubble tea powder. If anyone tells you otherwise, I'd do a taste test of their drinks to confirm. 😅
But honestly it depends if you're using fresh ingredients, then you wouldn't need it necessarily, however you will be needing extremely hot boiling water temperatures in order to brew the tea in large quantities, so unless you have an on-demand spout with boiling water from the tap, it's best to get a hot water urn of some sort. 👍🏻
I just started a cafe where we have boba drinks as well but sometimes lots of baba get wasted I don’t know how to store and save cooked boba . Bit frustrated.
Hello 👋🏼
I'd say make smaller batches more often throughout the day.
Keep an eye on your weekly and monthly sales, and schedule a timeline system for staff to follow of how much to cook and when based on the upcoming sales. There will be less waste this way. 👍🏻 Hope this helps.
This is so very informative! Thank you for sharing! My husband and son and I are almost finished building our concession trailer for a mobile boba tea business. So with very limited space, I’m mostly going to do the 3 in 1 powders and also jasmine green tea. I figured I’d just make the tea sweet and let the customer choose wether they want regular boba or popping boba. Any suggestions or advice? I am soooo excited to start this journey! Love your videos!
Hi! Glad the videos are helpful! I've got loads made JUST for people like yourselves 😍
Because you asked for my advice, I'll share a few thoughts:
Start off however you'd like as it's your own business. But I would suggest to do as many taste tests with 'subjects' (your target market) as you can. Make up the drinks using your AIO (all in one) powders, but also source other brand samples and types and whip those up for taste tests as well... you truly want to deliver the BEST drinks possible out there for your customers.
The volume of powders needed for AIO vs. powder, flavor and fructose isn't that different in terms of how much space it will take up.
If one customer doesn't really like your drinks, they just won't come back. They'll drive an extra 20-minutes to get the best tasting drinks, over the local place nearby.
I know you're limited on space, but you can still make a small tea urn of black and green tea each morning to accommodate for both milk teas and fruit teas. Again - a small tea urn won't take up a huge amount of space either...
I agree with your sweetness technique. If they want it less sweet - they can ask.
And yes... letting them choose between tapioca pearls vs. juice balls is a good idea. 👍🏼
Hope that's a good starting point - again my opinion 😁
Wow I’m doing the same thing!!
@@cassandragrayes6149 awesome! We are loving it.
@@FodderandSonAdventures are you currently open now?
@@cassandragrayes6149 yes ma'am. We opened in December.
Would be cool to see a video that covers the cost of opening a Boba shop
Great Idea! Will keep that in mind for a future video! 🤩
The question is very intricate to answer because each country/state/city will have different price ranges, in addition to so many other factors of different country money value, etc... 😂
But perhaps one of my future interviews could be a case study for one specific shop and how much they personally spent. 👍🏼 Now I just need to find someone who's open and willing to discuss these things in detail 😬
@@BubbleTeaKristin Looking forward to that video. Keep up the great work.
@@allenpoke5922 Thanks so much Allen 👍🏼
Very informative!
Glad you thought so! Thanks for the feedback 😊
Hello Kristin,
Your videos are really cool, you have a good mood to explain us everything with details.
I'm wondering what exactly is Slush Powder and where can I find it.
Thanks to make such a great videos!
Thanks!
Well I looked through the comments of other people, including the one Yamille left, and she said that majority of bubble tea shop suppliers will offer some sort of slush powder. If not a bubble tea shop supplier, then a different online retailer should have it.
Hope that helps 😇
I see a deep fridge top glass sliding door. How is she able to get the stuff in there if it’s under a counter? Does the fridge can be slide or moved?
From memory, the gastronome pans fit in on slots above the refrigeration area, so no cold air escapes but keeps the contents in the pans cold. Then during periods of non-use or overnight, the top handle bar section slides down and keeps the air in the whole unit. So it's kind of like a two and one, instead of getting a fridge and a refrigerated toppings bar, it's a toppings bar built into a fridge. These are seen used a lot for pizza parlors and smoothie shops.
Hope that helps! 😇
@@BubbleTeaKristinthanks Kristin!
Thank you Kristen for the cool informative video. This give me an idea of the slush powder!! But Do you know where can I find it?
I have placed an inquiry for you. Will keep you updated 🙂
Yamille left some info in the Comments section if you'd like to see it. She mentioned that the supplier of the bubble tea stock should offer Slush Powder for sale.
Hope that helps ☺️
Hey Kristin, can you show us how to cook boba (big batches) in that rice cooker? and which brand is good. thank you
Hello - yes that video can be found here: ua-cam.com/video/fGMzdh-hOK4/v-deo.html 👍🏼
What is slushy powder and where can I get it, please? I see different things when I google that term, and I want to make sure I'm getting the correct version. :)
Good question. I think if you're on the east coast, it's best to contact Yamile direct and see who she gets hers from. But I know from experience that each big bubble tea supplier usually carries it. Because they know about the liquid separating. If they don't, and you've already got a supplier, perhaps request they carry one for you, as you're probably not the only purchaser needing it.
Do people need grease traps under the sink for rinsing the boba when cooking it in the morning? I think I seen somewhere before that it was a yes. I could be wrong tho. Thank you and you the best!
I am not familiar with grease traps. But my staff would just NOT drop any pearls while rinsing it... We never had any issues. But if you wanna be fool proof, and understandably so, I've seen shops use a simple sink plug sieve type thing which will catch any accidentally fallen bobas before they make their way down the drains. Hope this helps 👍🏻
@@BubbleTeaKristin you are the best thank you 🙏
@@critmodez 😇
is the shaker machine really necessary? i always just use a blender if we get really busy, also why dont you use a fructose machine they re really cheap on ali express but idk i like it, but what do you think about them? btw i love your vids
Thanks Rob 👍🏼
So, in the first video, Yamille explains that fructose machines are very messy and tedious to clean. They're also an extra expense that isn't really needed. But it all comes down to your personal preference.
Unless you are ice-blending your fruit teas, putting them into a blender seems like an extra step to clean up.
The idea with shaking, is that you are taking a drink and getting it down to the coldest level as possible (like a Martini).
Rather than simply pouring a beverage over ice.
Hope that helps 👍🏼
@@BubbleTeaKristin wow! Thanks a lot I love your vid
I found the ice machine details very important in interview 1 and loved how lean the actual process making is here... Powder, Syrups, filtered hot/cold water, tea, shaker, blender, and sealer. Boom! Curious if you have a different setup, Kristin? And do you think it's beneficial to an auto shaker & sealer & water filter for folks starting out?
Hi Cristal,
Yamile got inspiration for her shop set up from my layout, yes. It's all about having a flow, so your thoughts will stay in flow too and this way staff are less likely to mess up.
Shaker machine: definitely. Especially for when you're dealing with powders. Who wants to stand around shaking all day long? 😅 Sealer, yes, unless your want a lid... But what if someone wants to do delivery or needs to put it in a bag? Either way you'll need a backup sealing machine. Water filter? I didn't have one. Depends on your area. Some areas have really hard water or even unsafe water. So def contact your local government and get your water tested before you start serving drinks in it 😉. Hope all that helps 😇
@@BubbleTeaKristin Yes, it helps thank you! Reached out on your website and looking forward to connecting more in the future!
@@cristalt8291 Great! I've been traveling recently so will respond to in depth emails soon. 🙏🏼
@@BubbleTeaKristin I figured as much, safe travels!
also, where do you buy the air tight seal lids?
Best action would be doing an online search for 'airtight seal container' and finding a bulk buy package deal 😍❤️
Hi Kristin, technically I can build my own boba bar station? And don’t have to get the premade ones?
Absolutely! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I plan on making smoothies in addition to boba tea. What blender brand would you recommend to make smoothies and the size?
Hi Cassandra,
There are many different options... I think go for something that is professional grade. Perhaps go to your local Jamba juice or big brand like that and see which branded blenders they use. Don't go for something because people at home recommend it as influencers, but actually go for brands that are industrial strength. You'd be surprised how many times you're going to be turning that thing on every day. ☺️👏🏼
Also, get the type that has the sound proofer attachment that it fits into. That way when you turn it on you can close the lid and it will be a lot quieter. Personally I'm not a fan of the noise that blenders make. 😂
@@BubbleTeaKristin that makes TOTAL sense!! Thanks so much
Hello Kristin! How big is the shop should be? Don’t need a lot of sittings tho. Thank you! 😊
Up to you really. Any size will do. The more space you have, the more types of drinks and toppings can be offered. But even a small kiosk will do.
Interesting point on the ice machines, typically how much output would a bubble tea shop need? Would 75kg output be enough for 200 drinks a day?
We discuss this point in video Part 1 👍🏼
ua-cam.com/video/qCcGiAbJXHs/v-deo.html
But I'd say minimum 90kg... Ideally 113kg of ice being made per day by the machine.
Really informative. What are the jams used for vs the flavored syrups?
It depends if you are wanting your fruit teas to have any bits in them... Then you would use the jam. Or if you are doing the jam at the bottom of a cup and then adding ice and milk on top of it type thing.
But usually if people are doing a fruit tea they'll go for a liquidy syrup and generally if they're doing a milk tea they'll go for the powder. But the jams can also go really nicely with a milky base as well... 😃☺️
Hi! What is recommended to keep the flavored syrups in as well as the powders
Hi Nathenia,
Air tight containers for the powders. This way no bugs get inside and the flavors are retained. 👍🏼
For the syrups, honestly it's whatever you want! I prefer to keep mine in the original containers and use pumps. But if the syrups are not as thick, like in this video, then you can use the same type of dispensers Yamile uses. 😍
Thank you ! You’re awesome! Super excited to learn more
Hi, I'm in Canada and opening up my bubble tea store soon. What brand is your water filtration system? And do you know where I could buy one?
Yamile is looking into it for you.
Hello Naila,
The name of the system is Avalon.
Hope that helps 😎
Hi Kristen, thank you so much. I found one here in Canada. I have watched most of your videos and it always brings new ideas. My bubble tea store will be open in October. Looking forward for more helpful tips
@@nailanazir808 Yay!!! So excited for you 😁🙂
Do keep in touch with our YT community here and let us know how it goes.
All the best to you!!!🧋🧋🧋
@@BubbleTeaKristin yes I will send you some pictures once the place is ready. You might have to come for the drinks 😆
Would love to know where she got all her supplies from?!
I think bubble tea shop owners don't usually like to share the specific companies they use... But there are many different brands available in the USA to purchase from.
But I will see in the future if each owner is willing to share that information 😏
I always recommend to possible start ups, to contact as many bubble tea supplies companies as possible and pay for a sample package.
This will allow you to do side by side taste tests and find which brand you like the flavor of the best, and simply order through them. 😍
@@BubbleTeaKristin Thank you!!!
Agreed, I owe a small cafe. I can't find anyone that offers for small business so I've been ordering off Amazon Wow it's hard so often it's out if stock and 2 weeks ago everything doubled in price :(
@@cathleenvogel6704 is your shop in America?
@@cathleenvogel6704 there is fanale and bossen in the us and in mexico there is etrusca and ziaba those are the one i know off
Can you make a video about taro bubble tea? Please🥺
Great idea! I'll add it to the list ☺️
Hello, hoping to get some advice. I owe a Very small cafe (Mickey's Place) way way upstate Massena NY, that I started selling bubble & boba tea at. Since I'm so small and the fact that my food guy couldn't get them I just started ordering from Amazon. Was working fine I'm the only one selling in my town so it definitely was helping, till everything doubled but ok as we both know alot of things have. But now everything is sold out and I can't even get it. Helllpppp lol I can't afford to lose the sales. Can you share who you get yours from. If so thankyou I definitely owe you. If not I do understand and best of luck have a great day :)
Hi Cathleen, Thanks for the comment. Hope I can help!
I checked out your shop on Google Maps. 👍🏼
So first off, I wouldn't stress too much. On your listing, I don't see any bubble tea pictures for your menu of what you sell. So anyone who goes there expecting bubble tea will only be your regular customers, and I'm sure they'll understand the situation of the shortages happening around the world if you explain, maybe put it some newspaper article print outs showing about the shortages, etc.
In the time that it takes for suppliers to restock, I doubt any other bubble tea shops will open. Your so far north near the boarder... It's not like a huge metropolitan city or anything. So no stress there hopefully.
Next, I understand about your fear of losing business. So, I would suggest looking to alternative bubble tea drink options. For example, using fresh fruits and milks, opposed to powders and syrups. I have a package on my website of proven recipes for just this! It's a very good option in general, and especially during these times.
Lastly, if it's the toppings you're concerned about as well, I would recommend calling around to as many bubble tea suppliers that you can find on the internet as possible, and find out what are their minimum order quantities. If you can find one with a low MOQ, you can go ahead and order as many different companies as you want in order for either supplies or toppings.
There's always a solution. Just takes a little understanding and imagination.
So please don't worry. This will all blow over soon enough.
Side note regarding Amazon: personally I think going through a distributor in America will also be the lesser expensive option, as opposed to ordering very small more expensive supplies off of Amazon. But I'm open to your reasoning behind choosing that way instead.
Hope all this helps. 😇
My website is www.BubbleTeaExpert.com
Feel free to check it out for fresh recipes and other documents, or if you'd like to book on for a mentoring call, etc
All the best to you and your cafe!!!😁
What kind of blender would you recommned for bubble tea shop.
I never used a blender in my shops. We used the shaking method for bubble teas and we didn't sell slushies or smoothies. But if I did buy a blender, I'd consider a strong industrial grade one with a plastic noise barrier cover. 👍🏼