The Neopets x Gong cha Range is Arriving in the US
Michael Hemsworth — February 9, 2026 — Lifestyle
References: gongchausofficial & restaurantmagazine
The Neopets x Gong cha collaboration has been debuted in the US as a lineup of drinks, merch and more for avid fans alike to check out this month.
The collaboration consists of a series of themed drinks that take after different characters from the virtual pet game franchise. This includes the Shoyru: Cotton Candy Dream, Aisha: Classic Pearl Milk Tea, Kacheek: Mango Green Tea Glow and the Bruce: Strawberry Milk Tea. The collaboration also introduces a series of blind box plush keychains for fans to collect that are each themed after one of the aforementioned characters.
Vice President of Marketing - The Americas for Gong ch Missy Maio spoke on the Neopets x Gong cha collaboration saying, "We’re excited to collaborate with Neopets in a fun and nostalgic way. From themed drinks inspired by fan-favorite characters to exclusive giveaways and merch, this partnership brings joy to longtime fans and new ones alike.”
The collaboration consists of a series of themed drinks that take after different characters from the virtual pet game franchise. This includes the Shoyru: Cotton Candy Dream, Aisha: Classic Pearl Milk Tea, Kacheek: Mango Green Tea Glow and the Bruce: Strawberry Milk Tea. The collaboration also introduces a series of blind box plush keychains for fans to collect that are each themed after one of the aforementioned characters.
Vice President of Marketing - The Americas for Gong ch Missy Maio spoke on the Neopets x Gong cha collaboration saying, "We’re excited to collaborate with Neopets in a fun and nostalgic way. From themed drinks inspired by fan-favorite characters to exclusive giveaways and merch, this partnership brings joy to longtime fans and new ones alike.”
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Nostalgic Brand Collaborations — Brands are increasingly partnering with nostalgic franchises to tap into the emotional connections and memories of consumers.
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Character-themed Marketing — Leveraging beloved characters in marketing campaigns enhances brand engagement by drawing on established fan bases.
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Collectible Merchandise Bundles — Creating limited edition collectible items linked to popular themes or characters can foster consumer excitement and boost sales.
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Food and Beverage — The food and beverage industry is embracing themed experiences to create unique customer interactions and drive brand loyalty.
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Gaming — The gaming industry offers rich opportunities for partnerships that bring virtual worlds and characters into real-world consumer products.
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Merchandising — The merchandising sector sees growth potential in cross-brand collaborations that generate high-demand collectible items.
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