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Quickly is one of the largest tapioca milk tea franchises in the world, with over 2000 locations encompassing Philippines, Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America. The drink is shaken to mix thoroughly, which produces the small bubbles characteristic of the drink. Black gummy balls made of tapioca (or, more commonly in East Asia, yam starch), called “pearls,” sit at the bottom of the cup. The pearls are larger than those found in tapioca pudding, with a diameter of at least 6 millimeters, but smaller ones are occasionally used. They are transluscent brown with a darker brown center. The pearls are sucked through a wide straw along with the drink, providing something to chew on between sips. Really yummy!

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