Roselle ( Hibiscus sabdariffa ) is a relative of okra. After flowers bloom on the plants, calyces form, which are composed of tart sepals (petals) surrounding seed pods. The sepals can be used as an alternative to cranberries. Photo by Sara Schober. Makes 2 Half-Pints Ingredients 2 quarts whole roselle calyces, including seed pods 1 cup filtered water 3/4 cup sugar, approximately Juice of 1/2 lemon 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1 tablespoon grated orange zest Instructions Tear off th

Make this alcohol-free beverage the night before for an easy, ready-to-pour ruby colored sipper. Need a party batch? Triple your ingredients. Photo by Amanda Rosenblatt. Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1⁄2 cup dried hibiscus petals (or 6 to 8 hibiscus tea bags) 4 cups cold water 1 orange, thinly sliced into rounds 1⁄2 cup pomegranate arils 1 to 2 cinnamon sticks, for subtle spice Sweetener to taste (local honey or maple syrup work great here) Sparkling water, for topping, option

Sometimes called the "Florida Cranberry," this local edible calyx packs a punch. Illustration by Kiara Sanchez. If you want to add a...

Also known as Florida cranberry, roselle is in the edible hibiscus family and can be found fresh, dried or in tea bags.