Kumquats are unique citrus fruits with a sweet and tart flavor. What sets them apart is their entirely edible peel and small seeds. With a thin, tender skin and juicy interior, they make excellent additions to fruit salads, can be eaten whole as a tangy snack, or used in marmalades for a delightful spread.
 
Taste Profile: A unique sweet-tart flavor. The peel is sweet, while the pulp is tart and slightly acidic. The combination creates a complex and refreshing taste.
 
Texture Profile: The entire fruit, including the peel, is meant to be eaten. The peel is thin and smooth, while the pulp is juicy with a few small seeds.
 
How to Ripen Quickly: Kumquats are harvested when fully colored and slightly soft to the touch. They don't typically ripen further off the tree.
 
How to Keep Fresh Longest: Store kumquats in the refrigerator crisper drawer for up to two weeks.
 
Drink Recipes:
Kumquat & Mint Infused Water: Slice kumquats and add them to a pitcher of water with fresh mint leaves. Refrigerate to infuse.
Kumquat Syrup for Cocktails: Simmer sliced kumquats with sugar and water until the fruit softens and the liquid thickens. Strain and use the syrup in cocktails or sodas.
 
Meal Recipes:
Glazed Duck with Kumquats: Roast duck and create a glaze by simmering kumquats with honey, vinegar, and spices.
Kumquat & Goat Cheese Salad: Combine mixed greens, crumbled goat cheese, thinly sliced kumquats, and a light vinaigrette.