What Do They Taste Like? Rose hips have a floral, slightly sweet flavor with a touch of tartness.

What is the flavor of rose hips?

It has a delicate, floral flavor that’s slightly sweet with a distinct tart aftertaste. Found just below the rose petals, rose hips are small, round, and typically red or orange.

Do rosehips taste like roses?

Rose hips do not taste like roses. Their taste is sort of tangy, like hibiscus flowers. If you’ve ever had Red Zinger tea, it’s along that line. Rose hips are an excellent source of vitamin C; I’ve seen references from 8 to 40 times as much C in rose hips as in oranges.