Bright and tangy with a subtle cranberry-like sweetness, edible hibiscus petals are most commonly brewed into vibrant herbal teas and infused beverages. They can also be incorporated into oils or crumbled over both savory and sweet dishes adding color and tart complexity to salads, soups, ice cream, and sorbets. Because hibiscus is sometimes intercropped with peanuts, individuals with severe peanut allergies should exercise caution.