# Boba-Inspired Ice Creams Kung Fu Tea & Secret Creamery Partnered on Asian-Inspired Pints By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-07-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kung-fu-tea References: [streetinsider](https://www.streetinsider.com/PRNewswire/Kung+Fu+Tea+Boba+Ice+Cream+Promises+to+be+the+Sweet+Treat+of+the+Summer+via+Tasty+New+Licensing+Deal+with+Secret+Creamery/23478191.html) & [secretcreamery](http://www.secretcreamery.com/)  [Kung Fu Tea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-shortcake-drinks), the largest bubble tea chain in the United States, is introducing boba to the ice cream aisle thanks to a licensing agreement with [Secret Creamery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcdonalds-secret-menu). This collaboration with the high-end ice cream maker will introduce consumers to [gourmet treats with an Asian-inspired twist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kessho-gelato) that pays homage to Kung Fu Tea's handcrafted drinks. At launch, the partnering brands are introducing fun flavors like aromatic Kung Fu Milk Tea, Taro Cookies and Cream with Oreo chunks, sweet and nutty Red Bean Coconut and Matcha Marshmallow. To coincide with National Ice Cream Day in July, pre-orders for these new flavors are available on Secret Creamery's website. In August, ice cream and boba lovers can look forward to savoring these pints through select grocers, national chains and Kung Fu Tea's corporate locations in New York City. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 26% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Fusion Desserts:** The trend of combining diverse culinary traditions in desserts opens new possibilities for unique flavor experiences. - **Gourmet Ice Cream:** High-end ice cream offerings are growing in popularity, driven by consumer desire for premium and unique flavors. - **Boba Integration:** Integrating boba into various food products capitalizes on the bubble tea craze by diversifying its applications. ### Who This Affects Most - **Dessert Innovation:** The dessert industry is ripe for innovative combinations, blending traditional and novel ingredients to captivate consumers. - **Specialty Foods:** Specialty food markets thrive on offering exclusive, high-quality products that stand out through unique flavor profiles. - **Asian Cuisine:** Asian-inspired culinary ventures are gaining traction, enhancing their appeal by merging with popular Western treats. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bubble Tea Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk-tea-boba-ice-cream.md) - [Bubble Tea-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taro-ice-cream.md) - [Nostalgic Cartoon Bubble Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-shortcake-drinks.md) - [Cookie-Centered Milk Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-lovers-series.md) - [Boba-Inspired Mochi Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubbies-milk-tea.md) - [Boba-Infused Frozen Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tea-and-boba-coconut-nondairy-frozen-dessert.md) - [Nostalgic Cartoon Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/care-bears-inspired-drinks.md) - [Tiger-Striped Bubble Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiger-milk-bubble-tea.md) - [Asian-Influenced Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabai-creamery.md)