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Commercial Strawberry Popping Boba | Fruit Juice Balls | 870g Pack | Simply KA372
£17.30
/ exc vat
£20.76/ inc vat
- Real Fruit Juice Centre
- Ready To Serve
- Vegan & Halal Certified
- Gluten & Nut Free
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Product Overview
Thinking about adding a little something extra to your drinks and desserts? Meet the Simply Commercial Strawberry Popping Boba. These aren't your average toppings; they're tiny spheres packed with real strawberry fruit juice that burst in your mouth. It's an instant way to add flavour, texture, and a whole lot of fun to your menu, delighting customers with every pop.
Perfect for bustling bubble tea shops, creative dessert parlours, and high-street cafes looking to tap into the latest trends. This generous strawberry popping boba 870g tub provides around 17 servings, offering fantastic value and a simple, no-cook solution to menu innovation. Because they're ready to serve straight from the tub, you can upgrade your offerings in seconds, with zero prep time or specialised equipment needed.
Crafted to cater for everyone, these delicious strawberry juice balls are gluten-free, nut-free, vegan, and Halal-certified. They're the hassle-free secret weapon for creating unforgettable milk teas, frappes, smoothies, and frozen yoghurt bowls that will have your customers coming back for more. Why just serve a drink when you can serve an experience?
Key Features and Benefits
- Real Fruit Juice Centre: Delivers an authentic, juicy strawberry flavour burst.
- Ready To Serve: No cooking or prep needed, saving valuable staff time.
- Vegan & Halal Certified: Caters to a wide range of dietary requirements easily.
- Gluten & Nut Free: A safe and inclusive option for allergy-sufferers.
- Versatile Application: Perfect for bubble teas, desserts, smoothies, and even cocktails.
- Low Calorie: At just 45kcals per serving, it's an accessible treat.
- Generous 870g Tub: Provides around 17 servings for excellent cost-per-use.
- Consistent Quality: Ensures a reliable 'pop' and flavour in every single scoop.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Simply
- SKU: KA372
- Product: Commercial Strawberry Popping Boba
- Pack Weight: 870g
- Servings Per Tub: Approx. 17 (based on 50g serving)
- Calories: 45kcals per 50g serving
- Dietary Information: Suitable for Vegans & Halal Diets
- Allergen Information: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Primary Use: Drink & Dessert Topping
Expert Review and Insights
Simply has absolutely nailed the balance of fun and function here. The flavour is bright and recognisably strawberry, not artificial, and the 'pop' is satisfyingly consistent. For any business wanting to add bubble tea or loaded desserts to their menu without the faff of cooking tapioca, these are a brilliant, high-margin starting point.
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- Pro: The boba hold their shape perfectly, even in cold milk teas.
- Con: The syrup is quite sweet, so you may need to adjust your drink recipes.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
"Boba & Grind," a popular student café in Bristol, wanted to diversify its cold drink menu to compete with nearby speciality chains. They needed an ingredient that was quick to serve, required no new equipment, and would appeal to their trend-conscious customers.
"We introduced the Simply strawberry popping boba as a topping for our iced teas and lemonades. The uptake was instant. They're incredibly easy for staff to use during a busy rush, and our social media lit up with customers sharing pictures of their colourful drinks."
Ben Carter – Owner, Boba & Grind
The café saw a 30% rise in customised cold drink sales in the first quarter after adding the boba to the menu.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Upon delivery, check that the seal on the tub is intact.
- No pre-preparation is needed. The boba are ready to serve straight from the tub.
- Always use a clean, dry scoop or spoon to portion out the boba to avoid contamination.
- Keep the boba in their original syrup, as this prevents them from drying out or sticking together.
Keeping It Going
- Once opened, ensure the lid is sealed tightly and store the tub in a refrigerator.
- For best quality and 'pop', use within 2 weeks of opening.
- Avoid freezing the boba, as this will destroy the delicate texture of the outer skin.
- Do not add to very hot drinks, as extreme heat can cause the boba to burst prematurely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are these the same as the chewy tapioca pearls?
A: No, these are popping boba. They have a thin outer skin and are filled with fruit juice, whereas traditional boba are chewy pearls made from tapioca starch that require cooking.
Q: Do I need to cook or prepare them?
A: Absolutely not. These Simply strawberry boba balls are ready to serve straight from the tub, saving you valuable time and effort.
Q: How do I store them once the tub is opened?
A: Keep them in their original syrup, seal the lid tightly, and store in the fridge. For best results, use within two weeks of opening.
Q: How many servings are in a tub?
A: One 870g tub provides approximately 17 servings, based on a standard 50g portion size.
Q: Are they suitable for a vegan or Halal diet?
A: Yes, they are certified suitable for both vegan and Halal diets, as well as being gluten-free.
Q: Can I use them in hot drinks like coffee or hot chocolate?
A: We don't recommend it. The heat can cause the delicate skin to burst too early, so they are best used in cold or iced applications.
Q: What are the boba 'pearls' made of?
A: The outer shell is created using a seaweed extract, which forms a thin, edible gel layer around the fruit juice centre.
Q: Will they make my drinks very sweet?
A: They are packed in a sweet syrup to preserve them. You may want to slightly reduce the sugar or syrup in your base drink recipe to achieve a perfect balance.
The Simply Advantage: Flavour Your Customers Can Trust
In the fast-paced world of food and drink service, consistency is king. The Simply brand is built on that principle, offering products that remove guesswork and guarantee quality from the first serving to the last. With these popping boba, you're not just buying a topping; you're investing in reliability. Every tub delivers the same vibrant colour, authentic strawberry taste, and satisfying pop. This means your staff can create perfect, Instagrammable drinks every time with minimal training, and your customers get the same brilliant experience whether they visit on a quiet Tuesday or a packed Saturday. This level of dependability builds customer loyalty and protects your brand's reputation, one delicious drink at a time.
Explore more from SimplyWhat's the 'Pop' in Popping Boba, Anyway?
Ever wondered how these little spheres hold their liquid centre? It’s a clever bit of food science that’s surprisingly simple. The outer layer is made from a seaweed extract called sodium alginate. When these little droplets of juice are placed in a calcium solution, this alginate forms a very thin, gel-like skin around the liquid.
Think of it like a tiny, edible water balloon. The skin is strong enough to hold its shape when you scoop it, but delicate enough that the slightest pressure from your tongue or teeth makes it 'pop', releasing the delicious strawberry juice inside. It’s this multi-sensory experience – the texture, the pop, and the flavour rush – that makes popping boba for drinks so incredibly popular and a surefire hit on any menu.
Who Should Buy This?
- Bubble Tea Shops: An essential ingredient for creating vibrant, authentic fruit teas and adding a twist to classic milk teas.
- Dessert Parlours: The perfect colourful and flavourful topping for frozen yoghurt, ice cream sundaes, waffles, and crepes.
- Cafes & Coffee Shops: A super simple way to jazz up your summer menu of iced teas, frappes, and smoothies.
- Mobile Caterers & Event Stalls: A no-cook, high-impact ingredient that adds massive appeal to your event-day offerings with zero fuss.
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