: These require boiling (often 5–30 minutes) and are made from cassava starch. They offer the classic "bouncy" texture. Quick-Cook/Instant Boba : Products like J Way Authentic Instant Boba Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

: Ideal for convenience, these are microwaveable and can be prepared in seconds without boiling large pots of water. Tea Zone Mango Popping Pearls Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

: Highly rated for its "genuine taste" and "consistently chewy" texture; a staple for DIY boba enthusiasts. Yulu Boba Now Brown Sugar Instant Tapioca Pearls Packets Go to product viewer dialog for this item.