The Australian festive season is the single biggest opportunity for food and beverage businesses to increase profits. For cafes, dessert bars, and bubble tea shops, this means one thing: indulgence.
Customers are ready to spend more on creative, 'Instagrammable' experiences. Your secret weapon to capture this spend? Toppings.
This holiday, we're diving into how Popping Pearls, Jelly Toppings, and Mochi can transform your menu, increase your average order value, and make your brand stand out.
Top 10 Popping Pearl Pairings to Upsell
Popping pearls aren't just toppings; they're tiny bursts of excitement and a proven upselling tool. Here are ten crowd-pleasing combos your customers will love.
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Base Drink |
Best Popping Pearl Pairing |
Why It Works (The "Sales Pitch") |
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Green Tea |
Adds a bright, tropical kick. |
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Milk Tea |
Creamy meets sweet—a classic contrast. |
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Matcha Latte |
Fresh, fruity pop against earthy notes. |
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Lemon Iced Tea |
Tart meets tangy for a refreshing balance. |
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Thai Milk Tea |
Juicy and indulgent with a hint of spice. |
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Watermelon Juice |
Summer in a cup—even during Christmas. |
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Coffee Milk Tea |
For dessert-style, high-margin drinks. |
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Taro Milk Tea |
Pretty, pastel, and perfect for photos. |
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Soda/Sparkling Water |
Light, fizzy, and fun (a great non-milk option). |
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Chocolate |
An unexpected but delightful tropical twist. |
Pro Tip: Offer "flavour pairing suggestions" on your menu or product pages. Customers love guidance, and it encourages them to add toppings, directly increasing the value of their order.
How to Create 'Instagrammable' Drinks with Jellies
In an age where every customer is a marketer, visual appeal sells. Jellies are your secret weapon for creating scroll-stopping layered drinks that customers will share.
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Start with Colour Contrast: Pair vibrant Blueberry Jelly with a purple Taro Milk Tea, or Strawberry Jelly with a creamy Matcha Latte.
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Mind the Texture: Alternate between smooth (milk) and chunky (jelly) layers for visual and sensory balance.
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Use Clear Cups: This is a must. Show off those layers and watch customers do your marketing for you.
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Top It Off: Add a final layer of popping pearls or mochi bites for extra flair and another add-on.
Pro Tip: Encourage customers to tag your shop for a chance to be featured. It’s a free, simple way to build organic engagement this Christmas season in Australia.
Increase ROI: Use Toppings for Desserts, Not Just Drinks
Your toppings inventory shouldn't be locked to your drinks station. Increase the ROI on your ingredients by using them across your entire dessert menu.
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Frozen Yogurt & Ice Cream: Add Mango or Lychee Pearls for a textural burst.
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Pancakes & Waffles: Use Strawberry Pearls and Coconut Jelly as edible "holiday confetti."
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Cheesecakes & Panna Cotta: Top with Mochi for a chewy contrast.
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Festive Trifles: Layer your jellies with whipped cream and sponge for a colourful, high-margin twist on a classic.
This is a simple, high-impact way to extend your inventory into new dessert sales, especially during the holidays when customers are ready to indulge.
Holiday Specials & LTOs
The holidays are the time for Limited-Time Offers (LTOs). LTOs create urgency, excitement, and brand buzz.
Christmas Cup Specials: Offer themed combos like a "Snowy Matcha" (Matcha + Lychee Pearls + Coconut Jelly) or "Santa's Strawberry Milk" (Strawberry Milk + Popping Pearls + Mochi).
Bundle Deals: Promote toppings as part of Christmas bundles for your B2C or B2B customers. Think "Create Your Own Topping Trio" sets for home bubble tea makers or "Buy 3 Tubs, Get 1 Free" for cafes.
Wholesale Advantage: Stocking up early ensures you're ready for the Christmas rush. Oi Boba’s full range of toppings—pearls, jellies, and mochi—are available wholesale Australia-wide. We also offer customised printing and packaging for your festive promos.
Your Holiday Sales Partner
In the competitive Australian food scene, the experience you sell is your key differentiator. By experimenting with creative pairings and offering "Instagrammable" presentations, you can capture customers’ attention and keep them coming back.
Whether you’re looking to inspire your Christmas menu or restock your essentials, Oi Boba is your wholesale bubble tea supplier in Australia.
Explore our full wholesale range of toppings today and contact our team (info@oiboba.com) for B2B pricing!
