Mr. M’s Hard Yuzu: Melbourne’s New Summer Sensation

Melbourne’s vibrant bar scene is constantly evolving, but some trends have staying power. A decade ago, Mr. Miyagi in Windsor captured the city’s imagination with its iconic Frosé, a drink that still sees hundreds of serves a week. Now, the team behind that smash hit is ready to define the summer of 2026 with a brand-new frozen sensation: Mr. M’s Hard Yuzu.

This new creation is poised to become the city’s next cult favourite. It’s an aromatic, zesty, and endlessly drinkable blend of vodka and real yuzu, served frozen to combat the summer heat. Tapping directly into the current national craving for citrus-forward drinks, the Hard Yuzu elevates the trend with a premium, cocktail-lounge twist.

Made with a simple yet effective combination of vodka, real yuzu, and lemon juice, the drink is light, dangerously refreshing, and perfectly balanced. While the market has seen an explosion of hard, fruity sips like Hard Rated and 196 double lemon, Mr. M’s Hard Yuzu takes this popular flavour profile out of the ready-to-drink can and places it firmly into the realm of true cocktail stardom.

Melbourne has long held a love for playful, standout frozen cocktails, and this new contender proves the appetite is stronger than ever. It builds on the legacy of the original Mr. Miyagi Frosé, offering something new for a new decade while honouring the city’s thirst for icy, innovative drinks.

For those eager to get a first taste of what is set to be this summer’s most talked-about drink, Mr. M’s Hard Yuzu is now pouring exclusively at Mr. Miyagi.

Availability: Mr. Miyagi, 99 Chapel St, Windsor, Melbourne
Price: $18.50 per serve
When: Available seven days a week