Gong Cha Crew Championship 2026: Vote for Your Favorite Tea and Dessert Combos!

Gong Cha Crew Championship 2026: Beverage Voting Begins!

This March marks the launch of voting for the Gong Cha Crew Championship 2026, a unique initiative designed to empower the crew members at Gong Cha locations across Japan. With a captivating theme of "Tea and Sweets Harmony for November," Gong Cha is encouraging its dedicated staff to unleash their creativity and submit drink ideas that incorporate the rich flavors of desserts and teas.

What is the Crew Championship?

Established in 2024, the Gong Cha Crew Championship celebrates the hard work and dedication of the employees, referred to as the "crew," who provide exceptional service to tea enthusiasts every day. The program's goal is to turn crew-conceived beverage ideas into products that will bring joy to customers.

This year, an astounding collection of over 1,700 beverage proposals were submitted, exceeding last year’s entries by four times! After careful consideration and a voting round among the crew, five exceptional finalists have been selected for the public voting stage scheduled from March 26th to March 29th.

You can cast your vote through Gong Cha's official social media platforms including X, Instagram, and TikTok. Let your voice be heard by selecting the drink that excites your palate! Results are expected to be announced in mid-April, and all participants will have a chance to win drink tickets in a special draw.

Vote Now and Win!

Voting Methods:

- On X:

1. Follow the official account: `@gongcha_japan`
2. Reply to designated posts with your favorite drink idea using the hashtag `#飲みたいゴンチャ投票` (I want to drink Gong Cha).

- On Instagram:

1. Follow the official account: `@gongcha_japan`
2. Comment on the designated posts with your drink suggestions.

- On TikTok:

1. Follow the official account: `@gongcha_japan`
2. Comment on designated posts with your ideas.

Lucky voters will stand a chance to win one of 60 drink tickets as part of an exciting giveaway campaign. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to influence a new drink while having fun!

Finalists of This Year’s Championship:

- Entry No.1: Sweet Potato Milk Tea (Numazu Lalaport Store)

A luxurious blend of sweet potato, creating a milk tea reminiscent of Japanese sweets, layered with chewy white balls and creamy milk foam.

- Entry No.2: Roasted Sesame Glutinous Rice Cake Milk Tea (Atre Shin-Urayasu Store)

An amazing combination of nutty sesame with oolong tea, evoking the essence of sesame rice cakes, topped with chewy pearls and milk foam.

- Entry No.3: Sweet Potato Milk Tea (Ecute Akabane Store)

Featuring rich black tea merged with sweet potato paste, this drink is a celebration of autumn flavors with sweet potato sauce and brown sugar syrup.

- Entry No.4: Salty Butterscotch Milk Tea (Aeon Mall Urawa Misono Store)

An indulgent milk tea that combines the deep sweetness of butterscotch with black milk tea, featuring chewy pearls and topped with salty cookie bits.

- Entry No.5: Apple and Pear Milk Tea (Aeon Mall Makuhari Shintoshin Store)

A refreshing milk tea showcasing seasonal apples and pears, mixed with aromatic Earl Grey tea, apple sauce, and pear jelly, topped with coconut jelly for an exciting taste and texture.

About Gong Cha

Originating from Taiwan, Gong Cha has expanded to over 2,000 stores in approximately 30 countries, making it a leader in the global tea café scene. Since its arrival in Japan in 2015, Gong Cha has become a favorite, known for its dedication to quality tea, customization, and the creation of enjoyable tea experiences.

Company Information:

- Company Name: Gong Cha Japan Co., Ltd.
- CEO: Jun Tsunoda
- Head Office: 4-11-1 Shinbashi, Minato, Tokyo, Japan
- Established: March 25, 2015
- Business: Operating tea café businesses (product development, direct and franchise store operations)
- Official Website: Gong Cha Japan

Join us as we continue to deliver happiness through exceptional tea experiences and contribute to the evolving tea culture. Your participation in the Crew Championship not only allows you to influence future products but also fosters a sense of community among tea lovers.