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Key lime bubble tea Calories
Sweet, key lime flavored, tea-based, with tapioca pearls
In season: Summer · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Key lime bubble tea (250 g) has 163 calories. That works out to 65 calories per 100 g. It contains 38 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 17.5 mg of Vitamin C covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Key lime bubble tea Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
163
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
38g
· 14% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 96% · Protein 2% · Fat 2%
Key lime bubble tea nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 163 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.08 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Key lime bubble tea?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 163 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra small) | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 cup (mini) | 120 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 200 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 300 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 pack (double) | 400 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 325 kcal |
Calculated from 65 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Key lime bubble tea
What is key lime bubble tea?
Key lime bubble tea is a tea-based drink flavored with key lime and usually served with chewy tapioca pearls. Depending on the recipe, it may also contain milk or a non-dairy creamer, and it is commonly served cold over ice.
How do you make key lime bubble tea at home?
Brew tea, let it cool, then mix it with key lime juice or flavoring and sweetener. Add cooked tapioca pearls and ice; for a creamy version, include milk or a non-dairy alternative. The lime flavoring may already be sweetened, so taste before adding more sugar.
Does key lime bubble tea have caffeine?
Usually, yes: key lime bubble tea made with black or green tea contains caffeine. A caffeine-free tea base or a version without tea can contain little or none, so ask which base is used if you are avoiding caffeine.
What does key lime bubble tea taste like?
Key lime bubble tea is typically sweet and citrusy, with a tangy lime note balanced by the tea. The tapioca pearls are chewy and mildly flavored, so they add texture rather than a strong taste of their own.
What are the balls in key lime bubble tea made of?
The classic chewy balls in key lime bubble tea are usually tapioca pearls made from cassava starch. Some shops offer juice-filled popping pearls instead; those have a different texture and are not the same as traditional tapioca.
Does key lime bubble tea contain real key lime?
Not necessarily. Key lime bubble tea can be made with fresh key lime juice or zest, but shops may use key lime syrup or flavoring instead. Ask how it is prepared if fresh lime is important to you.
Is key lime bubble tea sweet?
Yes, key lime bubble tea is often sweetened with sugar or syrup, though the sweetness varies by recipe and can sometimes be adjusted when ordering. Lime mixes may already contain sweetener, so ask for less sweetness rather than assuming the drink is unsweetened.
Can key lime bubble tea keep you awake?
It can, if it is made with caffeinated black or green tea. Caffeine may interfere with sleep, especially when you drink it later in the day; choose a caffeine-free base or have key lime bubble tea earlier if you are sensitive to it.
How should you drink key lime bubble tea?
Drink key lime bubble tea through a wide straw that can draw up the tapioca pearls. Stir or shake the drink first so the lime flavor and sweetener are distributed through the tea, then enjoy the pearls as you sip.
How long does key lime bubble tea last after it is made?
Key lime bubble tea is best soon after preparation because tapioca pearls can turn firm or overly soft as they sit. If you have leftovers, cover and refrigerate them, and try to drink them the same day for better texture and freshness.
Key lime bubble tea Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
17.5mg · 19% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Calcium
25mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.25mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
5mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
38mg · 1% DV
Sodium
18mg · 1% DV
Key lime bubble tea Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Key lime bubble tea
To burn the 163 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Key lime bubble tea?
Key lime bubble tea brings together the Taiwanese bubble tea tradition, brewed tea, a sweet-tart lime flavour and chewy tapioca pearls. It is usually served cold over ice, with a wide straw for sipping the pearls along with the drink. The citrus gives the tea a bright edge, while the sweetener rounds it out.
Across the English-speaking world, it is a café-style treat enjoyed as a cold drink rather than a replacement for plain tea. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with very little protein or fat. If you prefer a less-sweet cup, ask for less syrup; you can also choose fewer pearls.
How Nutritious Is Key lime bubble tea?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Key lime bubble tea Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Key lime bubble tea Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Key lime bubble tea Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Key lime bubble tea Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
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