Just when you thought the bubble tea landscape in Vancouver couldn’t get any more vibrant, get ready to welcome HEYTEA, a leading name in the Chinese tea industry.
With its grand opening set for October 27th at Burnaby’s Crystal Mall, HEYTEA promises to revolutionize how Canadians enjoy tea.
An Arrival Filled With Special Offers
To celebrate their Canadian debut, HEYTEA is rolling out special deals for its opening week.
From Day 1 to Day 3, customers can enjoy a Buy 1 Get 1 Free promotion.
The deals continue on Day 4 through Day 6 with a Buy 1 Get 1 at 50% OFF offer.
From Humble Beginnings to a Global Phenomenon
Founded in 2012 in a small alley in Jiangbianli, China, HEYTEA is credited with pioneering the “New-Style Tea” and “Cheese Tea” movements.
The brand emphasizes high-quality, authentic ingredients, boasting 100% natural fruit juices and natural rock sugar.
The signature fresh foam in HEYTEA’s drinks is sourced from Taiwanese oolong tea leaves and New Zealand cheese—no artificial powders allowed.
As of August 2023, HEYTEA has more than 1,000 stores in China, 4 in Singapore, and 1 in the UK, making its entrance into the Canadian market a noteworthy expansion.
A Brand with Youth Appeal
HEYTEA has mastered the art of attracting the younger, millennial crowd with its modern, sleek interiors and visually stunning packaging.
Not to mention, the menu itself is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.
Iconic beverages like the “Very Grape Cheezo” and “Roasted Brown Bobo Milk” have received critical acclaim and seen massive sales; the former has sold over 100 million cups since its 2018 launch, while the latter sold 1.2 million cups just last year.
A Prime Location in Burnaby
Taking over the 803 sq. ft space previously occupied by Chewgurt Yummy, HEYTEA’s opening in Crystal Mall adds another big-name player to Vancouver’s food scene, which is increasingly being recognized as a significant food hub.
Brands like Marugame Udon and Din Tai Fung are also slated to make their Canadian debuts in Vancouver next year.
HEYTEA’s entrance into the Canadian market is more than just the opening of another bubble tea shop; it’s a testament to the global aspirations of a brand that has already conquered markets in Asia and Europe.
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Address: Crystal Mall, 1333 – 4500 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC