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Bubble-tea chain Milksha opened in Australia

By Rajiv Menon
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Taiwanese bubble-tea chain Milksha has opened a flagship store in Melbourne, Australia.

The store is the Milkshop brand’s first flagship in Australia. It operates 240 locations in several Asian countries.

The brand is known for its use of fresh milk rather than creamer.

“Those familiar with the Milksha brand know that it’s a premium bubble tea brand,” said Milkshop International GM Peter Huang. “We chose Melbourne to launch our flagship store because it is no doubt the foodie capital of Australia. The city is a melting pot of different cultures open to trying new products, which can be seen in its established and growing market of bubble-tea lovers.”

The firm is partnering with local supplier St David’s Dairy for fresh milk.

Questions & Answers

Q.

What distinguishes Milksha from other bubble tea brands?

A.

Milksha is known for using fresh milk in its drinks rather than creamer, which positions it as a premium bubble tea brand. This approach appeals to customers seeking higher quality ingredients.

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Why did Milksha choose Melbourne for its first Australian store?

A.

Melbourne was selected because it is considered Australia's foodie capital and a melting pot of cultures. The city also has an established and growing market of bubble-tea lovers open to new products.

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How many stores does Milksha currently operate globally?

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Milksha operates 240 locations across several Asian countries. The new Melbourne store marks its first flagship presence in Australia, expanding its international footprint.

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