Blogs

A vibrant Asian dessert in a black bowl showcasing colorful jellies and beans, set on a yellow table.
May 31, 2026
Aloe vera in syrup and coconut jelly are the toppings for customers who want something light and refreshing rather than chewy and heavy. They look similar in the cup but feel different on the palate. Here's how AU shops should choose between them.
Overhead shot of two fruity iced beverages on a wooden surface outdoors.
May 31, 2026
Nayuki and Guming both built their names on fruit tea, but at opposite price tiers: Nayuki on premium fresh-fruit drinks paired with bakery, Guming on a wide, affordable fruit board at scale. This build guide shows AU shop owners how to pitch fruit tea as a premium experience or a value everyday line — and which wholesale ingredients build each.
Colorful citrus iced teas on a wooden table, perfect for summer refreshment in a cafe setting.
May 31, 2026
Mixue and Guming both scaled on accessibility, but they did it differently: Mixue on the lowest price across a short menu, Guming on a wide fresh-fruit-tea board at mid prices. This build guide shows AU shop owners what each playbook is — a single budget hero versus a broad affordable fruit menu — and which wholesale ingredients build a version of each without over-stocking.
A variety of iced drinks including tea and matcha latte served on a tray, perfect for cooling down.
May 31, 2026
HEYTEA and Nayuki are both premium new-style tea brands, but they get there differently: one through cheese-tea and fruit innovation, the other through fresh fruit teas paired with a bakery. This build guide shows AU shop owners what each playbook is — the topped upsell versus the drink-plus-snack set — and which wholesale ingredients put a version of each on your menu.
Three refreshing iced drinks on a wooden tray, perfect for a summer day.
May 31, 2026
Nayuki built a premium position on fresh fruit teas that look and taste made, not mixed. Here's a shop-grade build for AU cafés: a layered, fruit-forward tea on real fruit syrups and soft toppings, plus the presentation and set logic that lift the ticket.