Quick Answer
Sharetea (歇腳亭) began in 1992 as a black tea stall on Taipei’s Nanyang Street; its parent company Lian Fa was set up in 2004. Its business is mainly overseas: 2025 reports put it at 500+ overseas stores, including about 160 in the US and 150 in Australia. In September 2025, its remaining Taiwan franchises closed as contracts expired; Lian Fa called it a brand restructuring, not a withdrawal from Taiwan.
Sharetea at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Origin | 1992, black tea stall on Nanyang Street, Taipei |
| Company | Lian Fa International Dining (2004) |
| Overseas stores | 500+ (2025 reports) |
| Main markets | About 160 in the US, 150 in Australia |
| Taiwan | Franchises ended as contracts expired in Sept 2025; company cites restructuring |
3 Lessons for Bubble Tea Operators
- Overseas can be bigger than home: see Taking a bubble tea brand overseas.
- Manage franchise contracts: see brand licensing.
- Supply overseas stores: see our sourcing agent service.
How Tang Sugar Supports Bubble Tea Businesses
Tang Sugar supplies tea, tapioca pearls, creamer, syrups and packaging from Taiwan, quoted together for your menu and consolidated into one shipment. We also offer an international sourcing agent service and tea shop planning. Contact us for bulk and wholesale quotes.
Note: this article summarizes public information about the brand. Caitang International (Tang Sugar) has no partnership or affiliation with the brands mentioned; brand names and trademarks belong to their owners. Figures are as of each source’s publication date.
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FAQ
Where is Sharetea from?
Taiwan. It began in 1992 as a black tea stall on Taipei’s Nanyang Street.
What is Sharetea’s Chinese name?
歇腳亭.
Is Sharetea still in Taiwan?
September 2025 reports said its Taiwan franchises closed as contracts expired, with the company citing restructuring. Check official announcements.
How many overseas stores does Sharetea have?
500+, with about 160 in the US and 150 in Australia, per 2025 reports.
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