The Rise and Fall of Misha Bubble Tea

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Bubble tea is a Taiwanese drink consisting of milky tea and tapioca balls. In China, the market for these flavored teas was actually twice that of coffee in 2021. There's one particular brand that's really taking full advantage of the drink's popularity. Misha started out by just selling shaved ice and drinks at a roadside store in Hernan.

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