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How much sugar is in a 16 oz Classic Milk Tea with Boba?

16 oz Classic Milk Tea with Boba
Nutrition Facts
1 serving per container
Serving size16 fl oz (473 mL)
Amount per serving
Calories420
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g10%
Saturated Fat 6g30%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 120mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 82g30%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 48g
Includes 46g Added Sugars92%
Protein 3g
Caffeine 40mg
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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At a glance

  • 48g total sugar ≈ 11.4 teaspoons.
  • 46g added sugar — 92% of the 50g daily value.
  • 420 calories and 40mg caffeine (10% of the 400mg/day guidance).

How to cut the sugar

  • Order a lower sweetness level — 50% or 25% roughly halves or quarters the added sugar.
  • The tapioca pearls add ~150 calories and ~28g sugar on their own — try less or skip them.
  • Ask for a tea-forward base instead of extra sweetened creamer.

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Frequently asked questions

How much sugar is in boba tea?

A full-sweet 16 oz classic milk tea with pearls has roughly 46g of added sugar — nearly a full day's worth. Choosing 50% sweetness and fewer toppings cuts it substantially.

Nutrition values are approximate, generic estimates for a typical version of this drink — not measurements of any specific branded product, and not lab-verified. Actual values vary by recipe, size, and preparation. This is general information, not dietary advice.