More Than Just a Drink: The World of Bubble Tea at Balance Grille

While Taro, Matcha, and Brown Sugar bubble tea are beloved classics, we’ve only just begun to scratch the surface of what bubble tea has to offer. Bubble tea is more than just a drink—it’s a mood, a personal ritual, and for many, an all-out obsession (no judgment here). It’s the perfect pick-me-up when you need a boost or a little reward after a long day. The classics will always have a place in our hearts, but the world of bubble tea flavors is practically endless and waiting for you to dive in.

At Balance Grille, we’re not just about serving beverages. We’re about creating memories. Our bubble tea bar is your canvas for creativity, flavor experimentation, and complete customization. We take pride in empowering our customers to mix things up, shake up their favorites, or venture out into bold new flavor territories.

So, whether you’re just starting your bubble tea journey or you have a full flavor ranking spreadsheet (we see you, friend), we’ve got options that will definitely take your taste buds on a wild ride.

7 Bubble Tea Flavors You Didn’t Know You Needed 

These little underrated creations from our Bubble Tea Menu are far from ordinary. From tropical getaways to flavors packed into hybrids, they’re on a mission to alter your usual order.

1. Blood Berry

A bold blend of blood orange and raspberry, this frozen tea offers a tangy and refreshing experience. The addition of passion fruit bubbles introduces a tropical twist, making it a vibrant choice for those seeking a fruity delight.

Best Served: Frozen, topped with passion fruit bubbles for an extra burst of flavor. 

2. Blue Crush

This visually striking drink combines the tartness of blue raspberry with the zesty notes of lemonade, all blended with green tea. The strawberry bubbles on top add a sweet contrast, making it a perfect pick-me-up.

Best Served: Blended with green tea and lemonade, topped with strawberry bubbles for a delightful finish.

3. Sour Patch

Inspired by the popular candy, this drink features house-made lemonade and caffeine-free butterfly tea, creating a sweet and sour harmony. The strawberry bubbles enhance the fruity profile, offering a playful twist.

Best Served: Iced, with strawberry bubbles to complement the tangy base.

4. Full Bloom

This drink is pure visual poetry—layers of caffeine-free butterfly pea tea, sweet lychee, and pomegranate with a splash of lemonade. The dreamy purple ombré feels like drinking a sunset. It’s light, fragrant, and refreshing without being overly sweet.

Best served: With lychee bubbles for a floral-fruity pop and a little moment of magic in every sip.

5. Eye of the Tiger

A bold blend of passion fruit and pomegranate layered with lemonade and butterfly tea. This one doesn’t just taste good, it gives the main character energy. Sweet, tart, and strikingly colorful, it’s made for those days when you want to turn heads with your drink.

Best served: Pomegranate bubbles for a tart snap that amplifies the passion fruit.

6. Yuzu Berry Smash

Yuzu brings Japanese citrus flair while blackberry adds richness and depth. With a caffeine-free butterfly tea base and a lemonade splash, this flavor combo is unexpected but unforgettable. It’s clean, tart, and just daring enough to become your new go-to.

Best served: Lychee bubbles for a sweet, floral finish to complement the citrus bite.

7. Strawberry Cream

This one’s a crowd favorite. Classic green tea pairs with strawberry and honey, topped off with your choice of milk for a smooth, silky texture. It tastes like your favorite childhood treat—but upgraded for adult cravings.

Best served: Add tapioca boba for the full bubble tea experience, or oat milk for extra creaminess with a nutty twist.

What Makes Our Bubble Tea Different?

We don’t do boring things. We don’t do fake flavors. And we surely don’t take shortcuts. Our bubble tea is built on a quality and flavor-first philosophy. Now, here is what makes our sips stand out:

• Freshly brewed tea bases : We steep real tea leaves in-house. No artificial powders.
• Real fruit purees and premium syrups : You should taste the mango, blueberry, or peach bubble tea flavors in your drink.
• In-house bubbles and tapioca pearls, both vegan : Because everyone deserves to join the bubble tea fun.
• Do it yourself : Adjust sweetness, ice levels, tea base, toppings, or whatever you need.

Each drink is made on demand from scratch and is customizable. Blended or iced? Fruit or cream? Chewy or bursting? Whatever your heart desires, we’ll bring it to life!

How to Customize Your Bubble Tea Like a Pro

Overwhelmed by choices? Fear not! 

Here’s a quick guide on how to build that drink of your dreams:

• Pick your tea base : Black (bold and rich), green (grassy and fresh), butterfly (herbal and decaffeinated)
• Choose your milk : dairy or non-dairy? Your choice will be between organic whole milk or oat milk. 
• Choose your bubbles : Chewy tapioca bubbles and/or bursting boba for juicy pops
• Customize the sweetness level : Light if you want only a hint of flavor, regular if you like it balanced, and sweet if you’re feeling like dessert.
• Ice counts : No ice for maximum flavor, light ice for a refreshing drink, heavy on the ice for an icy feel.
• Blend or ice? Blended has a smooth mouthfeel, while iced is your classic drink.
• Toppings? Add some crushed cookies, caramel or sweet chocolate drizzle to your creation! 

Still at a loss for choice? Talk to our team, we have favorites and secret hacks to land you that perfect combo. We have 4 local locations across Ohio, including Toledo, Sylvania, Cleveland, and Perrysburg. 

Explore, Mix, Repeat: Your Bubble Tea Adventure Awaits

At Balance Grille, bubble tea is more than just a drink—it’s a creative act, a sensory adventure, and a moment of pure joy all in one. With endless options and hours of possible combinations, there’s always something new to explore and enjoy.For those of you who like to venture beyond the menu, we’ve got you. We see you, the fearless flavor explorers, and we stand by your boldness. Recently, at Forage Kitchen, there’ve been some incredible seasonal bubble tea creations using local ingredients—redefining what bubble tea can be and making memories in every cup. It’s a whole new world of flavor that’s taking the bubble tea scene by storm.

Whether you’re part of the classic team or the wild-card crew, whether you’re sipping in the cozy vibe of Balance Grille or popping into Forage Kitchen for something exciting, there’s one thing we can all agree on: there’s no wrong way to bubble tea. There’s only your way. Check out the entire Balance Grille menu today!