2026
Update (January):
LiHO has kicked off the year with a massive Genshin Impact collaboration and a
limited edition menu. LiHO Singapore has officially refreshed its Top
12 Bestsellers! This update features the latest banner pricing, and our audit of the latest prices and Nutri-Grade ratings
to help you pick the best local brew.
As someone who regularly explores milk tea brands across Singapore and Malaysia, I’m always curious which drinks are truly worth ordering, and which ones are just hype. This post is based on my personal experience, menu research, and popular delivery app trends to help you decide what to try at LiHO.
What Is LiHO?
LiHO Tea, a proud homegrown Singaporean brand founded by Royal T Group in 2017, has quickly become one of Singapore’s favorite bubble tea spots. The name “LiHO” (里喝), which means “How are you?” in dialect, reflects the brand's spirit of bringing people together over a good cup of tea
What makes LiHO stand out?
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Freshly Brewed Teas: LiHO prides itself on freshly brewed tea, ensuring that every drink is packed with the bold flavors of quality leaves.
Unlike
budget chains, LiHO uses more "premium" local flavors like Gula
Melaka, Red Bull (in their energy series), and even Bird's Nest
in seasonal specials. They also offer a wide variety of milk bases, including
oat and soy.
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Cheese Teas: LiHO is famous for its cheese teas, a trendy creation that combines a layer of creamy cheese foam with the tea for a sweet-salty contrast that’s won over many bubble tea lovers. LiHO TEA was the first bubble tea brand who brought in CheezHO in 2017. CheezHO is a melt-in-your-mouth fluffy light cream that tastes sweet with a tinge of saltiness.
2026 Limited Edition: LiHO x Genshin
Impact
The first big launch of early 2026 is the Genshin Impact Collaboration,
featuring:
- Wu Yi Shan Milk Tea with Blue
Spirulina Jelly ($5.80): A smoky, floral milk tea with striking blue jelly.
- Kimquat Jasmine Tea with Pink
Water Chestnut Pop ($5.80): Zesty and refreshing with crunchy "popping" bits.
- Coconut Smoothie Mix ($4.90)- with 4 toppings: Blue Spirulina Jelly, Pink Water Chestnut Pop, Red Bean, White Pearl
- Fresh Milk Smoothie Mix ($4.90)- different smoothie base but same toppings as above
👀 Pro Tip: Buy any 2 ala-carte drinks to
get the themed paper bag!
Brown Sugar is BACK! On January 5, 2026, the fan-favorite pearls returned:
- No. 99 Brown Sugar Pearl Milk Tea
- No. 22 Brown Sugar Pearl Lover
Fresh Milk
So… What Should You Order at LiHO?
If you’re new to LiHO, it might be hard to figure out where to start. Between their famous cheese teas, signature milk teas, and exciting local flavors, there’s a lot to choose from. Let’s dive into their top bestsellers, based on the official menu and delivery trends, so you know where to start!
How about the other home-grown brand KOI THE? Check out their best sellers here
🥇The Official 2026 Top 12
Bestsellers
Here’s a curated list of the best-selling and most popular drinks from LiHO, according to the official menu and delivery app trends.
1. Summer
Peach Pomelo
Why it’s a must-try: A fruity and zesty blend
of peach and pomelo, this drink offers refreshing citrusy flavors with a touch
of sweetness. It’s also caffeine-free, making it a great non-caffeinated option
for any time of day.
Great if: You want a sweet,
slightly tart drink for a refreshing kick.
Price: S$4.90
2. Golden
Avocado
Why it’s a must-try: This indulgent avocado
drink is the crown jewel of LiHO’s Singapore Star collection. The creamy
avocado blends perfectly with a smooth milk base and premium Gula Melaka (palm
sugar).
Great if: You’re craving something
creamy, rich, and indulgent.
Price: S$5.50
3. Singapore
Sling
Why it’s a must-try: A refreshing
non-alcoholic take on Singapore's iconic national cocktail. It harmonizes juicy
pomelo, pineapple, and strawberry notes with a delicate Jasmine Green Tea base.
Great if: You want a
"Singapore-exclusive" fruity treat that’s both vibrant and festive.
Price: S$4.90
4. Da Hong
Pao Milk Tea
Why it’s a must-try: Using premium roasted Da
Hong Pao Oolong tea leaves, this drink offers a much stronger, smokier, and
more flavorful boost compared to your standard milk tea.
Great if: You enjoy robust, earthy
tea flavors with a smooth, creamy finish.
Price: S$4.00
5. Classic
Milk Tea with Pearl
Why it’s a must-try: The quintessential boba
experience. High-quality black tea steeped to perfection and paired with LiHO’s
signature chewy golden pearls.
Great if: You want a reliable,
traditional boba fix at a great value.
Price: S$4.00
6. Earl
Grey Milk Tea with Grass Jelly
Why it’s a must-try: This fan-favorite
combines the citrusy, bergamot notes of Earl Grey tea with the cooling, silky
texture of grass jelly.
Great if: You prefer aromatic teas
and like a softer, jelly-like topping.
Price: S$4.00
7. Strawberry
Yogurt
Why it’s a must-try: A smooth and creamy
yogurt drink infused with vibrant strawberry puree. It offers a sophisticated
balance of bright berry sweetness and subtle tanginess.
Great if: You prefer light, tangy
drinks that double as a healthy-ish dessert.
Price: S$5.80
8. Mango
Tango
Why it’s a must-try: A tropical dance of
luscious mango richness blended with creamy coconut and velvety dairy. It’s
exceptionally smooth and refreshing.
Great if: You love mango-based
desserts and tropical flavor profiles.
Price: S$4.90
9. Grape
Jasmine Green Tea Smoothie
Why it’s a must-try: Fragrant Jasmine Green
Tea is harmonized with luscious grape flavor and ice-blended into a
silky-smooth smoothie, usually topped with white pearls.
Great if: You need an icy,
refreshing "brain freeze" on a scorching hot day.
Price: S$4.90
10. Thick
Taro Fresh Milk
Why it’s a must-try: For the hardcore taro
fans, this features real, thick taro paste swirled into fresh milk for a
textured, nutty, and natural flavor.
Great if: You love the earthy,
"yammy" taste of authentic taro.
Price: S$6.80 (Varies by outlet)
11. Taro
Milk with Taro Pearl
Why it’s a must-try: This double-taro threat
pairs velvety taro milk with uniquely fragrant taro-flavored pearls for maximum
satisfaction.
Great if: You want the classic
creamy taro experience with a chewy twist.
Price: S$5.70
12. Pink
Guava Matcha LatteWhy it’s a must-try: A 2026 standout that
pairs the earthy depth of authentic matcha with the tropical, floral sweetness
of pink guava and fresh milk.
Great if: You enjoy unique flavor
fusions and want a drink that's highly Instagrammable.
Price: S$6.30
Delivery Trend Note: Delivery platform data (GrabFood/foodpanda) shows
that while the menu is huge, the most ordered items consistently remain
the Golden Avocado and Classic Milk Tea with Pearls.
📊
Official 2026 LiHO Nutri-Grade Chart (Top 12)
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#
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Drink Name
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Official Grade
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Annabel's Audit Note
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1
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Summer Peach Pomelo
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Grade C
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Despite being fruity,
the natural peach base hits the Grade C sugar threshold.
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2
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Golden Avocado
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Grade C
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Grade C due to the
saturated fats in fresh avocado and Gula Melaka.
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3
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Singapore Sling
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Grade C
|
This colorful favorite
sits at Grade C due to its concentrated fruit syrups.
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4
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Da Hong Pao Milk Tea (w/
White Pearl)
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Grade D
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Warning: The combination of milk
fats and the syrup in white pearls pushes this to Grade D.
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5
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Classic Milk Tea
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Grade C
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The standard black tea
and creamer blend lands firmly in the orange Grade C zone.
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6
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Earl Grey w/ Grass Jelly
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Grade C
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Even with cooling grass
jelly, the Earl Grey milk base remains a Grade C.
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7
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Strawberry Yogurt
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Grade C
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High marks for taste,
but yogurt is naturally higher in sugar/fats.
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8
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Mango Tango
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Grade C
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The tropical mango puree
and coconut notes contribute to its Grade C status.
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9
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Grape Jasmine Smoothie
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Grade C
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Smoothies require a
higher sugar content to maintain that icy consistency.
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10
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Thick Taro Fresh Milk
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Grade C
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The dense, starchy taro
paste is rich but higher in sugar/carbs.
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11
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Taro Milk w/ Taro Pearl
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Grade C
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Double the taro means it
stays in the C category.
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12
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Pink Guava Matcha Latte
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Grade C
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The fruit-to-milk ratio
keeps this at a steady Grade C.
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💡
Annabel’s "Health Hack" for 2026
"You'll notice that almost the entire Top 12 is in the
Orange (C) or Red (D) zone! This is common for bubble tea because
Nutri-Grade is calculated based on the standard (100%) sugar level.
My Audit Tip: Don't let the 'D' on the Da
Hong Pao with White Pearl scare you away—if you customize it to 0% or
30% sugar, you can effectively drink it as a much healthier version, even
if the label on the menu has to show the default grade!"
How about trying something else?
"LiHO
is perfect for a daily tea fix on a budget, but when you’re feeling like a
premium treat, CHAGEE is the next level up. I’ve ranked my [Must-Try
CHAGEE Milk Teas] here for when you want to switch from
pearls to pure fresh milk tea."
🥇 Top 7 LiHO Drinks to
Try in Malaysia
2026 Update (January): Note for
Malaysia Readers: We’ve confirmed that Mid Valley Megamall's LiHO is now
permanently closed. The brand has scaled back to just 5 remaining outlets (3 in
JB, 2 in KL), making these drinks an exclusive premium treat. While Singapore
has shifted to a budget daily menu, Malaysia remains focused on the iconic
Singapore Star series.
Here’s a list of the must-try drinks based
on LiHO’s official menu and popular orders on delivery apps.
LiHO TEA – What Drinks to Order: Malaysia Edition
(2026)
1. Golden Avocado
Why it’s a must-try: The undisputed bestseller. This indulgent drink
blends creamy, nutty fresh avocado with high-quality milk and the deep
sweetness of Gula Melaka (palm sugar). It’s more of a luxurious dessert-shake
than a simple tea.
Great if: You’re craving something thick, rich, and truly indulgent.
Price: From RM 16.90
2. Da Hong
Pao Brown Sugar Milk Tea
Why it’s a must-try: A step up from your standard milk tea. It uses
premium roasted Da Hong Pao Oolong tea for a much bolder, smokier flavor
profile, paired with warm, chewy brown sugar pearls.
Great if: You want a strong tea aroma with a caramel-like sweetness.
Price: From RM 11.9
3. Singapore
Fruit Tea
Why it’s a must-try: A refreshing signature that captures LiHO’s
Singaporean roots. It’s a vibrant blend of tropical fruits (like watermelon and
citrus) steeped in a light, floral Jasmine Green Tea base.
Great if: You need an icy, zesty thirst-quencher for a hot afternoon.
Price: From RM 15.90
4. Classic
Golden Pearl Milk Tea
Why it’s a must-try: The reliable go-to. It features a perfectly
balanced black tea and milk blend, topped with LiHO’s famous chewy golden
pearls which have a subtle honey-like sweetness.
Great if: You want a high-quality, traditional boba fix that isn't too
overpowering.
Price: From RM 11.90
5. Lychee
Rose Jing Syuan
Why it’s a must-try: An elegant, floral fusion. This drink pairs the
buttery notes of premium Jing Syuan tea with delicate rose and sweet lychee
flavors. It’s one of the most fragrant drinks on the menu.
Great if: You love floral teas that are light, refreshing, and
"pretty" on the palate.
Price: From RM 13.90
6. Passion
Roselle Smoothie
Why it’s a must-try: A tangy and vibrant ice-blended treat. The
sour-sweet punch of passionfruit meets the deep, floral tartness of roselle for
a refreshing, antioxidant-rich smoothie.
Great if: You’re looking for a non-caffeinated, tangy brain-freeze.
Price: From RM 9.90
7. Brown Sugar Pearl Avocado
Why it’s a must-try: A three-layered masterpiece. It combines the buttery richness of fresh avocado with fresh milk and a generous serving of warm, chewy brown sugar pearls.
Great if: You love the texture of boba but want the healthy creaminess of avocado.
Price: From RM 16.90
💡 Bonus
Mentions (Most Popular on Apps)
While the Avocado series is the face of the brand, 2026
delivery data shows these three are also very popular orders:
- Winter Melon
Tea (RM 8.90): The most affordable and cooling option.
- Yakult Summer
Peach (RM 13.90): Tangy, creamy, and probiotic-rich.
- Earl Grey Milk
Tea (RM 9.90): The budget-friendly aromatic pick
Annabel’s 2026 Tip: "If you are ordering
via delivery, look for the 'Pu Er Power Duo' or 'Lychee Lovers'
bundles. LiHO Malaysia often runs these 2-cup deals for RM 14.00, which makes
the individual drinks significantly cheaper than ordering them ala-carte!"
Drink Price Comparison
Table: Singapore vs. Malaysia
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Drink
|
Price in Singapore (SGD)
|
Price in Malaysia (MYR)
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Golden Avocado
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S$5.50
|
RM 16.90
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Classic Taro Milk with Taro Pearls
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S$5.70
|
-
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Singapore Sling
|
S$4.90
|
-
|
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Classic Milk Tea with Pearl
|
S$4.00
|
RM 8.90+2.5
|
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Da Hong Pao Milk Tea with White
Pearl
|
S$4.00
|
-
|
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Da Hong Pao Brown Sugar Pearl Milk
Tea
|
-
|
RM11.90
|
|
Strawberry Yoghurt
|
S$5.80
|
-
|
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Winter Melon Tea
|
S$3.70
|
RM 7.90
|
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Summer Peach Pomelo
|
S$4.90
|
RM 13.90
|
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Passion Roselle Smoothie
|
-
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RM 9.90
|
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Lychee Rose Jing Syuen
|
-
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RM 13.90
|
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Singapore Fruit Tea
|
-
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RM 15.90
|
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Earl Grey Milk Tea with grass Jelly
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S$4.00
|
-
|
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Mango Tango
|
S$4.90
|
-
|
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Pink Guava Matcha Latte
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S$5.90
|
-
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Final Thoughts
LiHO might not be as globally recognized as some of the
other bubble tea giants, but it has firmly planted itself as a local favorite
in Singapore and Malaysia.
Interestingly, when I first heard of LiHO, it was all about their cheese foam
teas. Little did I realize that their best sellers were in fact not cheese
teas. How about that?
I tried the Da Hong Pao Milk Tea (without bubbles) and the Lychee Jing Syuan.
Both were pleasant, but unfortunately, not particularly memorable for me. Since
I genuinely love Da Hong Pao Milk Tea, it really needs to be something special
to replace my current favorite—and this one didn’t quite make the cut.
That said, I wouldn’t rule LiHO out entirely. If I were to give it another
chance, I’d probably go for their avocado series, which seems to be one of
their more talked-about offerings.
Want to try other budget-conscious brands? How about MIXUE?
If you want to explore other brands: HERE
Tried something off the menu at LiHO that you loved?
Let me know , I’m always up for discovering new drinks!
– Annabel
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