My Love Letter to Taro Milk – The Heavenly Drink I’d Sell My Soul For

If the universe had a flavour, I’m 99.99% sure it would taste like Taro milk. It’s not just a drink it’s a life-changing experience. A purple potion sent directly from the gods to bless our taste buds and make all our worries dissolve like sugar in warm milk.

I don’t just like Taro milk. I worship it. If there was a temple for it, I’d be a full-time devotee offering boba pearls and cute paper straws as sacrifices. Some people dream of riches and fame. Me? I dream of bottomless cups of icy, creamy Taro milk that never run out.

Whether it’s from a bubble tea shop or made with shaky hands at home, the moment that purple goodness touches my soul, I ascend. Stress? Gone. Sadness? Who? Anxiety? Don’t know her. It’s me, my Taro milk, and world peace.

And since I can’t keep this holy blessing to myself, here’s a recipe to recreate this divine drink at home.

The Heavenly Recipe: Homemade Taro Milk

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup cooked taro (peeled, steamed, and mashed – or use frozen taro if you’re lazy like me)

• 1 cup fresh milk (or oat/almond if you're feeling fancy)

• 2 tbsp condensed milk (aka sweet magic)

• 1-2 tbsp sugar (optional, depending on how dramatic your sweet tooth is)

• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (not necessary, but trust me it adds extra sparkle)

• Ice cubes

• Optional: boba pearls, if you want to truly reach enlightenment

How to Make It:

1. First, steam or boil your taro chunks until soft. If you’re using frozen taro, it should already be prepped. Just don’t eat it raw. Trust me. Don’t.

2. Once cooked, mash the taro with a spoon or blend it into a smooth purple paste. (It might look weird, but stay strong. The glow-up is coming.)

3. In a blender, combine the mashed taro, milk, condensed milk, sugar, and vanilla. Blend until smooth and creamy like a lullaby.

4. Taste it. Cry happy tears. Adjust sweetness if needed.

5. Fill your glass with ice (and boba if you’re feeling extra), then pour the taro milk over it.

6. Stir, sip, and prepare for your soul to leave your body.

Final Thought:

Taro milk isn’t just a drink it’s an emotion. It’s comfort in a cup. A purple-hued miracle. And if you ever see me walking around with a suspiciously large tumbler, just know it’s not water. It’s my holy taro milk, and I’m living my best life.

– HARU 💜🥤