How to Make Milk Tea Not Too Sweet: Customize Flavor & Add a Strong Tea Kick
How to Make Milk Tea "Not Too Sweet": Customize Flavor & Add a Strong Tea Kick
Prefer your milk tea not too sweet? You’re not alone.
At Hakumori, one of the most common compliments we get is:
“It’s not too sweet—just right!”
That’s exactly what we aimed for when designing our instant milk tea kits. They come slightly sweeter by default—not because we expect everyone to drink them that way, but because they’re easy to customize to your own taste. Whether you want a lighter sweetness or a stronger tea-forward flavor, it only takes a small tweak.
Why We Made Our Milk Tea Kits Slightly Sweeter (on Purpose)
Sweetness is personal. Some love it rich and creamy, while others prefer a more balanced or bold flavor. That’s why we made our milk tea powders slightly sweetened by default—so it’s easier to tone it down than add more.
This gives you flexibility to customize based on how you’re feeling that day. Want something refreshing? Just dilute with water or ice. Craving that bold, tea-house taste? Add black tea for a rich, smooth finish.
How to Make Milk Tea Less Sweet
Here are two simple ways to reduce sweetness without compromising flavor:
✅ 1. Add More Water or Ice
Dissolve the powder with a bit more hot water or use extra ice in your cup. As the ice melts, the drink naturally becomes lighter and more balanced.
✅ 2. Use Steeped Black Tea Instead of Water
For a deeper tea taste, steep 100ml of black tea (like Ceylon or Assam) and use that instead of plain water. The tea bitterness will cut the sweetness and give your drink a richer, more complex flavor—similar to Hong Kong-style milk tea.
Pro tip: This also makes your milk tea taste more authentic and gives it a café-style finish.
Step-by-Step: How to Customize Your Hakumori Milk Tea
Follow these steps for a not-too-sweet, strong tea milk tea using our instant kits:
1️⃣ Steep 100ml of black tea
2️⃣ Prepare your tapioca pearls using our quick-cook pearls
3️⃣ Add pearls to your cup
4️⃣ Fill with ice
5️⃣ Mix the milk tea powder with ~50ml of hot water (helps it dissolve smoothly)
6️⃣ Pour in your black tea
7️⃣ Stir, sip, and enjoy!
🎥 Want to see it in action? Check out our reel on Instagram for the full visual walkthrough!
The Power of Personalization
Our instant kits are designed for modern lifestyles:
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Quick to make (ready in minutes)
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Easy to customize
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Consistent quality, every time
You’re not locked into one flavor profile—you get to make it your way, whether that means bolder, lighter, creamier, or tea-forward.
Shop Our Customizable Milk Tea Kits
Ready to build your perfect cup of boba? Try our bestselling kits below:
Each kit comes with 6 servings of powder and tapioca pearls—perfect for customizing sweetness, strength, and serving size at home.
Final Sip: Not Too Sweet Is Just Right
There’s no one way to enjoy milk tea. Whether you like it bold, light, sweet, or strong, Hakumori gives you full control. Because at the end of the day, “not too sweet” is the ultimate compliment—and you deserve your milk tea exactly the way you love it.
