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Gong Cha's New Limited Edition SHINE Shine Muscat Sparkling Tea

Gong Cha Japan, known for its innovative and quality teas, is excited to introduce the SHINE Shine Muscat Sparkling Tea starting May 21, 2026. This extraordinary drink encapsulates the succulent flavor of Shine Muscat grapes, making it an ideal treat for early summer. With its refreshing taste, it promises to create delightful moments for tea lovers everywhere.

This new dessert tea is the fourth iteration of the popular Shine Muscat flavor, which combines the rich aroma and sweet flavors of Shine Muscat grapes with the light and refreshing notes of Ali Shan Oolong tea. To elevate this year's offering, Gong Cha has added a crunchy aloe topping, infusing an extra layer of juiciness and freshness to the overall experience.

The diverse lineup includes a smooth milk tea, a fruit-forward tea-ade, and a luscious gelati, alongside the newly introduced L-sized Sparkling Tea, brimming with fruity bubbles. Each sip of Gong Cha’s drinks will invigorate your senses, making for a perfect companion during the sunny days of early summer.

In its commitment to creating new tea culture, Gong Cha aims to deliver happy tea moments to customers around Japan. Here are some additional highlights of the new offerings:

Unique Features of SHINE Shine Muscat

1. A New Sensation of Textures: The combination of the soft, bouncy Shine Muscat jelly and crunchy aloe creates a delightful mismatch of textures. The use of domestic Shine Muscat juice ensures that every sip carries the essence of the fruit.
2. Refined Juiciness with Grape Sauce: The specially crafted Shine Muscat jelly sauce, sourced from Nagano, captures the sweetness and aroma of the grapes and is enriched with grape pulp for an even juicier taste.
3. Perfectly Complemented by Ali Shan Oolong: The base of Ali Shan Oolong tea complements the sweetness and refreshes the fragrance of the Shine Muscat grapes, creating an indulgent yet smooth sip.

Product Breakdown

SHINE Shine Muscat Milk Tea

A blend of creamy milk tea combined with Shine Muscat jelly and aloe, allowing the exquisite sweet aroma and deep flavors of the grapes to shine through.

SHINE Shine Muscat Tea-Ade

A refreshing fruit tea that boasts the elegant scent and sweetness of Shine Muscat grapes, perfect for warm summer days.

SHINE Shine Muscat Gelati

A frozen delight packed with the flavor of Shine Muscat grapes, providing a smooth and refreshing experience.

SHINE Shine Muscat Sparkling Tea

The highlight of this summer, this sparkling variant combines the juicy grape sauce, Shine Muscat jelly, and aloe in a refreshing tea base, providing a delightful effervescent sip.

Shine Muscat Jelly

This jelly, made from domestic Shine Muscat grape juice, has a refreshing sweetness and chewy texture, perfect as a topping.

Price & Availability

• - SHINE Shine Muscat Milk Tea (Iced/M) - 670 yen
• - SHINE Shine Muscat Tea-Ade (Iced/M) - 670 yen
• - SHINE Shine Muscat Gelati (Frozen/M) - 700 yen
• - SHINE Shine Muscat Sparkling Tea (Iced/L) - 760 yen
• - Shine Muscat Jelly Topping - 100 yen

(Note: All prices include tax)

Available at all Gong Cha locations across Japan, with some specialty products in select stores starting from May 14, 2026.

Customization Options

Gong Cha encourages customers to explore various customizations to enhance their Shine Muscat experience:

• - SHINE Shine Muscat with Aloe: Add more aloe for a delightful crunch.
• - SHINE Shine Muscat with Nata de Coco: Introduces a sweet and crunchy twist.
• - Regular Drinks with Shine Muscat Jelly: Pair with Earl Grey or Peach Ali Shan for an exciting flavor profile.

Gong Cha’s Vision

Originating from Taiwan, Gong Cha has grown into a global tea café chain with over 2,000 stores across about 30 countries. Since its establishment in Japan in 2015, it has opened around 200 locations, focusing on delivering high-quality tea experiences tailored to customer preferences.

For more information, visit the official Gong Cha website.