CUPP
CUPP is a bubble tea brand that launched in Bristol in 2012.
Last updated September 2, 2026
Overview
CUPP is a bubble tea brand that originated from the founders' experience in Taiwan. It launched in Bristol in 2012, starting with a converted Citroen H van and later expanding to shipping containers and multiple stores in Bristol and Cardiff.
History
CUPP's story began in 2009 when the founders lived in Taiwan and fell in love with bubble tea. They trained in a small independent tea shop in Kaohsiung. CUPP launched in Bristol in 2012, initially operating from a converted Citroen H van called Pearl, touring festivals. Later, they converted a 20ft shipping container in 2013 and won an award at the SCEPTRE Awards. They now have multiple stores in Bristol and Cardiff.
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