From quirky and fun to cute and healing — seven popular themed drinks in Tainan

▲ A business has launched a lightbulb milk tea in the shape of a cup noodle, and its cute appearance has driven both adults and children wild. (Photo / fromCheng Tsai Tiger Bites Pig • Late-Night Fan Page)

Travel Center / Comprehensive Report

Did you know? Tainan is hiding plenty of unique and lesser-known specialty drinks. From the super trendy "Little Fresh Meat" milk tea to lightbulb-shaped milk tea and more, these adorable designs paired with delicious beverages have left a deep impression on consumers. ETToday has specially compiled a list of seven uniquely shaped drinks in Tainan — see how many you recognize.


▲ The uniquely blue lightbulb milk tea, the only one of its kind in Taiwan, has created a new business opportunity with its beautiful color. (Photo / fromCheng Tsai Tiger Bites Pig • Late-Night Fan Page)

1. Specialty Lightbulb Milk Tea
The hugely popular lightbulb milk tea originated in Yilan but can now be found all over Taiwan. However, Cheng Tsai Baozi in Tainan has developed an exclusive version, offering not only ultra-healing shades like "blue" and "pink" but also a fan-favorite cup noodle-shaped lightbulb milk tea that has captured the hearts of both adults and kids.

Cheng Tsai Baozi (Cheng Tsai Tiger Bites Pig)
Address: No. 128, Section 3, Minquan Road, West Central District, Tainan City
Business Hours: 20:00 until sold out (queue starts at 19:30)
Note: Blue lightbulb milk tea is limited to one per person, with a daily limit of 66 bottles; regular ones are not limited.


▲ The two skull designs in the middle of the image reveal a beautiful gradient when filled with milk tea. (Photo / fromEdison's Tea Shop Fan Page)

2. Skull Fresh Milk Tea
The Skull Milk Tea, limited to 70–100 bottles per day, is one of Tainan’s current popular drinks. It is only available on weekends at the market on the B1 level of Qiancao New World in Liuqiu. There are five color variations: transparent, red, green, blue, and yellow. After customers choose their favorite color, the fresh milk tea is poured in, creating different gradients with the skull design — a delightful surprise for many.

Edison's tea shop
Fan Page:https://www.facebook.com/Edisons-tea-shop-901724859946070/timeline
Sale time at Guohua Street Qiancao Tiandi: Saturdays and Sundays starting at 12:30 PM until sold out (shop closes if it rains)
Drink Price: Gradient Skull Fresh Milk Tea 400ml — 150 NTD per bottle


▲ Businesses have designed unique container shapes, sparking a huge trend for “Little Fresh Meat” milk tea. (Photo / by You t
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3. Little Fresh Meat Milk Tea
You’ve probably heard of Little Fresh Meat milk tea by now. The creative vendors use the physique of muscular male models as containers filled with milk tea. When the dark brown milk tea fills the can, the curves of the “Little Fresh Meat” become clearly visible, offering quite the visual treat. It has attracted many visitors and has become a must-visit spot — those wanting to try it should line up early.

Zhang Sansheng Ice-Fire Pineapple Bun Specialty
Address: No. 66, Zhengxing Street, West Central District, Tainan City
Business Hours: Monday–Sunday: 12:00–19:00 (queue for Little Fresh Meat milk tea about 1 hour in advance)
Phone: 0952338820
Price: Small Fresh Meat Milk Tea, one can for NT$60


▲The unique canned design of the mouthwash series beverages. (Photo / from Find Spring Cultural & Creative Canteen fan page)Spring Cultural & Creative Canteen fan page)

4. Mouthwash Series Beverages
The shop fills drinks into mouthwash cans, making them look like edible mouthwash. This unique approach has successfully caught many people’s attention. Additionally, all ingredients are imported from Japan, and they offer a variety of unique tea flavors. Netizens highly recommend the Black Pearl and Brown Sugar Milk flavors.

Find Spring Cultural & Creative Canteen
Address: No. 1, Lane 45, Heping St., Xinhua District
Phone: 0927-857-603
Business Hours: 10:00–18:00
Facebook Fan Page


▲Colorful freshly blended juices displaying two layers. (Photo / from Vitality Juice fan page)Vitality Juice fan page)

5. Vitality Juice
After all these milk teas, how about something healthy? The super popular drink “Vitality Juice” stands out with its vibrant colors—each richly colored juice separates into two layers inside the can. Besides its eye-catching appearance, the shop prides itself on using 100% fruit juice without any artificial coloring. A delicious and healthy choice—such a win-win popular drink, why not go try it?

Vitality Juice
Address: No. 53, Anping Rd., Anping District, Tainan City (right across from the main entrance of Shimen Elementary School)
Phone: 06-221-3875
Business Hours: 11:00–sold out (latest until 18:00)
Facebook Fan Page


▲Moai Drinks feature containers shaped like Easter Island statues. (Photo / from Zhang San Feng Ice-Fire Pineapple Bun specialty fan page)Zhang San Feng Ice-Fire Pineapple Bun Specialty fan page)

6. Moai Drinks
Moai Drinks, which appear in the shape of Easter Island statues, have recently caused a sensation in Tainan. The mysterious gray contents inside the can are sesame honey milk. When untouched, the drink looks as if it blends into the stone, creating a novel visual effect. The shop’s trendy and creative concept has also successfully sparked a wave of discussion.

Zhang San Feng Ice-Fire Pineapple Bun Specialty
Address: No. 66, Zhengxing St., West Central District, Tainan City
Business Hours: Monday–Sunday: 12:00–19:00 (Small Fresh Meat Milk Tea requires about 1 hour advance queuing)
Phone: 0952338820


▲ In addition to whiskey coffee, the shop also offers a series of liqueur-based drinks. (Photo / fromXingxing Food Culture time times fan page)
 
7. Whiskey Coffee
Is it liquor or coffee!? The shop blends premium hand-brewed coffee with whiskey and sells it in a whiskey bottle, creating a unique flavor and an eye-catching presentation that has captivated many. If you’re adventurous, give it a try!

Xingxing Food Culture
Address: No. 11, Lane 81, Section 2, Yongfu Road, West Central District
Business Hours: Tuesday–Sunday 12:00–19:00 / Closed every Monday and the first Tuesday of each month
Phone: 06-223-9329