The tea can be drunk plain or sweetened with a little honey. The flavour is light, subtle, and floral and can range from bitter to sweet depending on the variety. Rose flowers, especially buds, contain a high concentration of vitamin C which by far surpasses the levels in fresh fruits like orange, tomato, and grapefruit. This makes it a great herbal tea to maintain healthy and radiant skin, and to fight off colds and flu in a more natural way.