Black Tapioca Pearls, also known as boba, originated in Taiwan and are made of the starch derived from cassava root. Unlike original boba, Tea Zone Instant Tapioca Pearls cook in a fraction of the time! It takes only 25 minutes to make. When prepared perfectly, boba becomes sweet, chewy, and translucent with a gummy bear-like texture. It’s a fantastic addition to any bubble tea or smoothie.