MANDARINQUAT

Mandarinquats are a cross between a kumquat and a mandarin. They are a fun bell shape and are larger than your average kumquat. The fragrant orange flesh has a sweet tart flavor. Bite into the sweet rind for a tangy, sweet and super juicy sensory experience!  Now coming out of the Central San Joaquin Valley in Reedley from Fruit World.

How to eat a kumquat:

Let the fruit come to room temperature and then gently rub the kumquat between the palms of your hand to get the juices and oil going, releasing the amazing citrus fragrance. Pop them in your mouth and enjoy!

Kumquats can be hard to find at times but worth searching out. California leads the nation in production.  Northern San Diego County is where many farms focus on specialty crops such as kumquats but they can be found growing as far north as Placerville, north of Sacramento.

Download Earl’s Winter Citrus Guide and follow the flavor!