To make hibiscus syrup, strain out the flowers and measure the liquid; it likely will be about 3 ½ cups or so. Measure an equal amount of sugar and place both in the pot over medium heat.

Hibiscus Flower Vinaigrette: In a large bowl, add 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar. Slowly add 3/4 cup olive oil, whisking to incorporate. Fold in 1/4 cup macerated hibiscus flowers.

And if ever a flower was suited to our hyper-visual moment, it is hibiscus. Rather than remain a potted plant on the patios of grandparents, it has been adopted by the young and social media-savvy.

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