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SoraNews24
3 days ago
- Business
- SoraNews24
How to try the viral 7-Eleven smoothie hack in Japan
This convenience store trend takes an already popular drink to new heights of deliciousness. Japanese convenience stores are known for selling amazing products, but recently customers have been taking these products and making them even better with secret hacks that are going viral on social media. One such hack involves 7-Eleven smoothies, or 'Seven Café Smoothies' as the chain likes to call them. These smoothies, sold in the freezer section in pre-blended form with fresh ingredients inside them, have become super popular due to their freshly made aspect, as customers blend them up using a specially designed machine at the counter. The range of smoothies has now grown to include a wide variety of delicious flavours, with loads of vitamins and nutrients to boot, but now it's becoming popular to add a little something to them from another section of the store. The secret ingredient is… ▼ …Meiji's R‑1 probiotic yoghurt drink. According to rave reviews from people following the trend on social media, the addition of R-1 yoghurt drink transforms a 7‑Eleven smoothie into a lassi, and customers have been using the mango smoothie to get the best results. Curious to see if the hack would live up to the hype, we purchased three of the smoothies to try them out, whipping them up in store before taking them home with the R-1s for the tasting. Starting with the mango smoothie, we poured the R-1 in and gave it a good stir with the straw. ▼ The smoothie costs 360 yen and the R-1 160 yen, so this hack will set you back 520 yen. The only thing left to do now was to take a sip, and as soon as we did that, we reeled back in surprise as it really did taste like a lassi. The subtle tartness was refreshing and clean on the palate, and the fruity brightness fit the flavour profile so well we almost wished we had a curry to pair with it. While the taste was fantastic, what surprised us even more was the fact that the added R‑1 fit perfectly in the cup, filling it to the rim as if it the smoothie had been measured out specifically for a little addition. It was such a great hack that we went on to experiment with two more flavours. ▼ Acai Banana Smoothie + R‑1 Light and refreshing, yet you can clearly feel the presence of the fruit. Blends together naturally with the R‑1 and has great compatibility, elevating it to the levels of a luxurious smoothie you'd drink at a cafe. The only downside was the R‑1 tended to sink to the bottom, so it took a bit of extra stirring before drinking. ▼ Strawberry Banana Soy Smoothie + Drinkable Yogurt This time, instead of R‑1, we added 7-Eleven's own-brand Yoghurt Drink to the mix. Thanks to the richness of the yoghurt, the result was super luxurious, adding extra creaminess to the drink while still allowing the flavour of the fruit and soy milk from the smoothie to shine through. ▼ The added thickness makes for a filling beverage that's particularly great for breakfast. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast option, or a fun pick-me-up at any time of the day, you might want to try the viral 7-Eleven smoothie hack. Our preferred variation was Strawberry Banana with the Yoghurt Drink, but if you prefer a lighter yoghurt flavour, then you'll want to opt for the R-1. Once you open the door to experimenting with the smoothies, you'll be tempted to explore even more options, so let us know if you find any combinations that are worth trying! Photos ©SoraNews24 ● Want to hear about SoraNews24's latest articles as soon as they're published? Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! [ Read in Japanese ]
Time Out
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
7-Eleven's Slurpee Day is back with even more freebies, deals and discounts
Get ready for a fab, frosty fun because Slurpee Day hits 7‑Eleven stores nationwide tomorrow—Thursday, July 11. As it's done every year since 2002, the world's favorite convenience chain is treating everyone to a free 12-ounce Slurpee. But this year, the brand's birthday bash is bigger, bolder and a bit weirder. Here's what's on tap. The star of the show, of course, is the free small Slurpee. All you have to do is walk into your local 7-Eleven, Stripes or Speedway between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. and grab your icy prize. For 7Rewards or Speedy Rewards members, there's an extra treat: scan your rewards info at checkout and unlock a coupon for a second free small Slurpee redeemable anytime through Thursday, July 31. Double the brain freeze, double the fun. This year, Rewards members can also show their Slurpee love with a 'tongue-too'—temporary tongue tattoos that reveal the Slurpee logo in blue, green, red or purple when you take your first slurp. Looking for a new flavor? Mountain Dew Infinite Swirl makes its Slurpee debut this year. The limited-edition Slurpee cup also lands on July 11, designed to celebrate every wild flavor combo you can create. Beyond the drinks, expect discounts on 7‑Eleven merch and other in-store surprises. But fair warning: though stores rarely run out of Slurpees, it's happened before—so plan to get there early. And if you're feeling extra lucky, check out the 7-Eleven and Speedway apps on Slurpee Day for a chance to win a $5,000 prize giveaway. Since the Slurpee's debut in 1966, this cult-favorite drink has become a symbol of summer, neon tongues and pure frozen joy. This July 11, 7‑Eleven's keeping that tradition alive—plus a little extra for the loyal fans.
