Tonic Drinks & Waters
Dragon Tongue Leaf, Stone Wampee, Apple and Pear Drink
traditionally used to soothe cough, ease sore throat, and support recovery after a wind-heat cold
In short: Dragon Tongue Leaf, Stone Wampee, Apple and Pear Drink is a tonic drinks & water that traditionally used to soothe cough, ease sore throat, and support recovery after a wind-heat cold. It is most often made for respiratory & lung wellness, sleep & calm, energy & vitality. Total time about 70 min. Key ingredients: apple.
Why people make this drink
After a cold clears, the lingering cough can be one of the most stubborn parts to shake — a scratchy throat, bouts of phlegm, and a voice that has lost its usual ring. In Cantonese households, a pot of this fragrant drink is one of the go-to remedies. Fresh dragon tongue leaf is the centrepiece: it is considered neutral in nature (neither cold nor warming), which makes it a versatile choice for cough whether the root cause is heat-related or cold-related. Paired with stone wampee for its traditional role in resolving phlegm and soothing inflammation, plus the sweet moistening qualities of apple and snow pear, this is a drink that feels as nourishing as it tastes.
Safety first — read before you cook
This is a traditional food, not a treatment. Please check with your doctor or pharmacist before making it a regular part of your diet if you:
- are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are cooking for a young child;
- take regular medicines — especially blood thinners, blood-pressure, diabetes or immune-suppressing drugs;
- have a kidney, liver or heart condition, or a known food allergy.
Ingredient notes for this recipe
- Apricot kernels: Raw apricot kernels contain amygdalin, which turns into cyanide after eating. EFSA estimates that half of one small raw kernel can exceed the safe level for a toddler. Use no more than the recipe states, never eat them raw, and do not serve them to young children. Source: European Food Safety Authority
Stop eating it and seek advice if you notice an allergic reaction or feel unwell. Safety notes reviewed 8 October 2026 · How we write safety notes
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