Description
The Six-Flavor Nourishing Dessert Soup (Liu Wei Tang Shui)
The Six-Flavor Nourishing Dessert Soup Liu Wei Tang Shui (六味糖水) —
Liu Wei Tang Shui, literally “Six-Flavor Sweet Soup,” is a beloved traditional Chinese dessert soup popular in Malaysia and Singapore. It is a gentle, restorative tonic designed to clear heat, replenish fluids, strengthen digestion, and calm the mind—making it especially suited for hot, humid weather or when the body feels depleted and “heaty.”
It is light, subtly sweet, and can be served warm or chilled.
Who Is This Dessert Soup For ?
This soup is best suited for individuals who need gentle nourishment without being overly heavy. It is ideal for:
· Fatigue & late nights: People who feel run-down, have been staying up late.
· Weak digestion or fatigue — poor appetite, feeling run-down, or recovering from illness.
· Mild dampness — puffiness, water retention, or a heavy feeling.
· Restlessness or poor sleep : irritability, anxiety, difficulty falling asleep due to heat or stress.
· Convalescents or the elderly: A gentle, easy-to-digest dessert to support recovery and energy.
Ingredients
Polygonatum Odoratum (Yu Zhu), Dried Chinese Yam (Huai Shan), Dried Longan (Gui Yuan), Fox Nut Barley (Qian Shi), Red Lotus Seed (Hong Lian Zhi) & Coix Seed (Ren Yi).
Health Benefits
Improves appetite and support digestion, moistens the lungs and relieves dryness, cools internal heat and calms restlessness, nourishes and hydrates the body, promotes restful sleep.
Polygonatum Odoratum (Yu Zhu / Solomon’s Seal) — A yin-nourishing herb that moistens the lungs, soothes dryness, and supports gentle hydration. It is traditionally used for dry coughs, dry throat, and internal dryness.
Dried Chinese Yam (Huai Shan) — A gentle, neutral tonic that strengthens the spleen and stomach, replenishes qi and yin, aids digestion, and supports recovery after illness. It is a foundational herb in many restorative soups.
Dried Longan (Gui Yuan) — Provides natural sweetness while calming the mind, nourishing the heart, and improving sleep. It adds warmth and depth to the soup.
Fox Nut Barley (Qian Shi / Euryale Seed) — An astringent herb that tonifies the spleen, strengthens the kidneys, and helps bind and stabilize—useful for loose stools, frequent urination, or a feeling of weakness. It also helps dispel dampness.
Red Lotus Seed (Hong Lian Zhi) — Calms the spirit (An Shen), nourishes the heart, and strengthens the spleen. It is traditionally used for restlessness, palpitations, and poor sleep, and also helps support healthy digestion.
Coix Seed (Ren Yi / Job’s Tears) — The soup’s dampness-draining workhorse. It strengthens the spleen, reduces water retention and puffiness, and helps relieve a feeling of heaviness.
Recommended Usage
2–3 times weekly for general health maintenance may be sufficient as a gentle nourishing food therapy.
Precautions
- Avoid during acute colds, cough, loose stools / diarrhea.
- Avoid during menstruation and pregnancy. Coix seed is relatively cold and cool in nature and can stimulate the uterus, so pregnant women should avoid it.
Consultation with a physician / healthcare professional is advised prior to consumption for pregnant women, those with diabetes, any ongoing medical conditions, known allergies, or individuals on medication, especially when you have underlying health conditions.
** Disclaimer : Not a substitute for medicine. Individual results may vary.
Cooking Instructions
Mini Pack : 1-2 servings
1. Rinse all ingredients.
2. Place all the ingredients in a pot with 1000ml of water (adjust to your preference). Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer gently for 1 – 1.5 hours, until all ingredients are soft and tender.
3. Add brown sugar and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring until it is completely dissolved.
Regular Pack : 3-4 servings
1. Rinse all ingredients.
2. Place all the ingredients in a pot with 1800ml – 2000ml of water (adjust to your preference). Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer gently for 1.5 hours, until all ingredients are soft and tender.
3. Add brown sugar and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring until it is completely dissolved.
If you prefer it cold, let it cool, seal in a container, and chill in the fridge for 2 hours — it’s even more refreshing!
Cooking Instructions
1. Rinse all ingredients.
2. Place all the ingredients in a pot with 800ml of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer gently for 1.5 hours, until all ingredients are soft and tender.
3. Add brown sugar and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring until it is completely dissolved.
If you prefer it cold, let it cool, seal in a container, and chill in the fridge for 2 hours — it’s even more refreshing!
Tips
· Serve Hot : Soothing stomach, cooler days.
· Serve Chilled : Refreshment, hot summer days.
· Adjust the water amount to your liking – use less for a thicker, richer drink, or more for a lighter version.
· Rock sugar : Swap with brown sugar or honey or or omit entirely. Sweetness is totally adjustable!
· Diabetes or blood sugar control : Use stevia of rock sugar, or omit entirely.
· Additional ingredients like snow fungus, lily bulb, or red dates are often added for extra nourishment.
