Winter Melon, Lotus Leaf and Sugarcane Sweet Soup

Why people make this sweet soup

In the depths of summer, when heat and humidity press down on everything, this gentle sweet soup is one of Nourilo’s go-to remedies for staying comfortable. Winter melon and lotus leaf together are traditionally considered cooling and uplifting, while Job’s tears brings a mild diuretic quality that can help flush out excess dampness. The sugarcane keeps the whole thing naturally sweet and pleasant to drink — it is the kind of thing you want a pot of on standby when the thermometer won’t stop climbing. Particularly useful for people who work or exercise outdoors in summer heat.