Tapioca pearls are the standard bubble tea topping, and this is what most people think of whenever they crave bubble tea. While tapioca pearls are popular, there are other options available, including fruit jellies, pudding and popping boba, so you can try new toppings if you want. It’s also interesting to note that bubble tea toppings actually fall to the bottom of the cup, so the name is a little deceiving as these ingredients will be at the bottom of your drink.