Gong cha Launches First-Ever Soup Menu

New limited-time Tom Yum and Truffle Mushroom soups available for $3 at participating locations.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Gong cha, the global bubble tea brand, has debuted its first-ever soup menu with the launch of two new tea-infused offerings - Tom Yum Soup and Mushroom Truffle Soup. Available for a limited time at participating U.S. locations, the new soups are priced at just $3 per cup, providing customers with a warm, savory, and flavorful option to enjoy alongside Gong cha's signature bubble tea beverages.

Why it matters

The introduction of soup to Gong cha's menu diversifies the brand's offerings and caters to consumer demand for comforting, convenient, and value-driven food options. By infusing the soups with its signature tea flavors, Gong cha is able to provide a unique twist on classic soup varieties and further establish its identity as a premium, quality-focused brand.

The details

The Tom Yum Soup features a bright, tangy, and savory broth with a hint of heat, layered with vibrant lemongrass and noodles, all infused with Oolong Tea. The Mushroom Truffle Soup offers a creamy, aromatic, and indulgently rich option, with earthy mushroom flavors and luxurious truffle notes, infused with Black Tea.

  • Gong cha's new soup menu launched on February 17, 2026.

The players

Gong cha

The world's leading bubble tea brand with nearly 2,200 locations in 32 international markets.

Missy Maio

Vice President of Marketing - The Americas for Gong cha.

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What they’re saying

“Consumers are increasingly turning to soup for comfort, convenience and value, and we are delighted to bring that experience to our guests in a way that's uniquely ours.”

— Missy Maio, Vice President of Marketing - The Americas

What’s next

The new soup menu will be available for a limited time at participating Gong cha locations in the U.S.

The takeaway

Gong cha's introduction of its first-ever soup menu, featuring tea-infused Tom Yum and Mushroom Truffle varieties, demonstrates the brand's commitment to innovation and diversifying its offerings to cater to evolving consumer preferences for comforting, convenient, and value-driven food options.