The Golden Chrysanthemum Series is a drink line from I Love Taimei that blends chrysanthemum, moringa leaf extract, goji berries, and snow fungus into a bubble tea base with brown sugar QQ jelly. It is the first wellness-infused bubble tea series in Singapore, available at all 14 ILTM outlets island-wide. Members get 30% off.
What Is the Golden Chrysanthemum Series
Regular bubble tea uses a tea base — black, green, or oolong — mixed with milk, tapioca pearls, and sweetener. The Golden Chrysanthemum Series replaces that standard with traditional Asian wellness ingredients:
Chrysanthemum petals bring a light, floral sweetness — distinct from the bold bitterness of black or oolong tea bases. In traditional Chinese herbal practice, chrysanthemum is associated with "cooling," which in Singapore's tropical climate feels more like comfort than science.
Moringa leaf extract adds a mild, earthy undertone that balances the brown sugar sweetness. Moringa — from the Moringa oleifera plant native to South Asia — has gained global attention as a superfood ingredient over the last decade.
Goji berries are small, naturally sweet red berries used in Chinese soups and teas. They bring a faint, fruity sweetness that complements the other ingredients.
Snow fungus (white trepang, 银耳) is a translucent edible fungus used in Cantonese and Taiwanese sweet soups. In this series, it adds a soft, gelatinous mouthfeel rather than a distinct flavour.
Brown sugar QQ jelly ties everything together. QQ jelly is the chewy texture many bubble tea fans already enjoy, but the brown sugar version is firmer, holds its shape longer, and adds a caramelised sweetness that grounds the floral and earthy notes.
For reference on bubble tea fundamentals, see our guides on brown sugar bubble tea and bubble tea prices in Singapore.
Traditional Ingredients — Not Medical Claims
The Golden Chrysanthemum Series is not medicine. It doesn't cure anything or "boost immunity." What it is — and what ILTM is positioning it as — is a bubble tea using ingredients drawn from traditional Asian wellness practice.
The combination is novel in the Singapore bubble tea market, and aligns with the "Health 2.0" trend — reduced sugar, functional ingredients, natural sweeteners — which BOBA EMPIRE's 2026 report identifies as a core growth driver in the global bubble tea market, now projected to exceed $4.5 billion in 2026 (Source: BOBA EMPIRE 2026 Report).
For context on ILTM's broader food philosophy, see whether I Love Taimei is halal — the brand maintains NO PORK and NO LARD across all menu items, though it is not halal-certified.
How It Compares to Regular Bubble Tea
If you're used to black tea or oolong bubble teas, expect these differences:
- Flavour: Floral and earthy, not bold and tannic. The chrysanthemum leads with light sweetness, layered with moringa's subtle earthiness — closer to a sweet soup flavour than a classic milk tea.
- Caffeine: Significantly lower, because the drink uses chrysanthemum and moringa instead of brewed tea.
- Sweetness: Brown sugar QQ jelly adds a caramelised sweetness compared to the simple syrup in standard bubble teas — similar to I Love Taimei's brown sugar bubble tea but layered differently.
- Texture: QQ jelly is firmer than tapioca pearls, and snow fungus adds a soft mouthfeel — more texture layers than a standard bubble tea.
Where to Order
The Golden Chrysanthemum Series is available at all 14 ILTM outlets. If you're near Bugis, the Bugis Junction outlet at 230 Victoria St, #B1-K11 to 11A, Bugis Junction, Singapore 188024 (open daily 11:00–22:00) is one option. Most outlets keep the same hours.
Find all locations at ilovetaimei.com/places.
ILTM's homepage features the series with a 30% member discount. Members should see the discounted price automatically — on the website, through Momos, or in-store. If you don't have a membership yet, join here.
Ordering online lets you add XXL Taiwan Fried Chicken or Taiwan Tempura without waiting in a queue.
FAQ
Is it healthy?
The ingredients — chrysanthemum, moringa, goji berries, snow fungus — have traditional wellness associations in Asian culture. It uses brown sugar instead of plain white sugar. But it's still a bubble tea with sugar. Not a supplement or medicine. A treat made with thoughtfully chosen ingredients.
How much does it cost?
Pricing varies by outlet and configuration. Members get 30% off. Check current prices on the menu or through Momos.
Is it low in caffeine?
Yes. The series uses chrysanthemum and moringa instead of brewed tea, making it significantly lower in caffeine than regular bubble tea.
Is I Love Taimei halal?
No. But all food is made with NO PORK and NO LARD across all outlets. See our article on whether I Love Taimei is halal for details.
Try It
The Golden Chrysanthemum Series is the first wellness bubble tea series in Singapore — and the only one offered by a bubble tea brand here. I Love Taimei has been serving Taiwanese street food since 2009, and this series bridges everyday bubble tea with the growing functional beverage category.
Members get 30% off, so the best way to experience it is with an I Love Taimei membership.
Order from the full menu here: https://go.momos.com/ilovetaimei