CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice is one of Vancouver’s most recognizable boba chains. Originating from Taiwan in 1997, CoCo has expanded globally, with numerous locations across Asia, North America, Europe, and beyond. Renowned for its wide selection of customizable drinks, CoCo offers various options, including classic bubble teas, fruit teas, milk teas, and specialty beverages like slushies and smoothies. CoCo was our first experience tasting the tapioca pearl, and it was for me and many others. With multiple locations throughout the lower mainland, you have seen the famous orange logo.
CoCo drinks offer diverse refreshing and flavours for customers to enjoy. From classic milk teas featuring famous tapioca pearls to refreshing fruit teas bursting with vibrant fruit essences, CoCo’s menu caters to a wide spectrum of preferences. For those more adventurous, customers can try their Yakult, Salty Cream, and Seasonal drinks. CoCo offers a vast selection of drinks for those who want different options. Additionally, specified drinks can also be served hot to customers’ preferences.
With boba, toppings are always a staple with any drink. CoCo has ten toppings you can choose from. The traditional toppings of pearls and coconut jelly are a staple. Some other notable toppings that stand out are the QQ, a chewy combination of taro, sweet potato balls, and Fresh Taro mushed into a smooth paste.
With various drinks and toppings, CoCo allows customers to stick with a classic drink or be more adventurous with their flavours.
Pricing + Promotions
CoCo has a mix of pricing depending on the size and series you get. The lowest pricing is their Fresh Tea series, starting at $4.60. Their most costly drinks are in the Salty Cream series, with prices starting at $5.60 and the highest reaching $8.00. Prices will typically range between $4 to $8. However, prices may be higher or lower depending on factors such as the size of the drink, additional toppings or customizations.
Through Coco’s monthly promotions, 2-3 drinks will be offered at a discounted price, between 15% and 20% off the regular price, allowing people to try their drinks without spending a fortune. CoCo also offers different money-saving methods. The CoCo app offers a point system with six participating locations. Through the app, you can redeem drink discounts. Additional benefits include ordering ahead and skipping lines, preloading money, and seeing the latest offers.
CoCo has always been an average boba spot for me. Although there are many drink options, I found nothing special about the flavours. One of the main things why I’m not too fond of CoCo is the lack of fresh ingredients. Many beverages are made with syrups and powder, which is okay, but fresher ingredients are always the way to go. For me, CoCo, it is often a desperation to fix my boba addiction if there is nothing else around.
Final Ranking: B Tier - Not bad but not good, just average
