Is there such a thing as a sweet kumquat? Those I have tasted, and the one i am growing, are too sour for me.

Yes there are..the rounds ones are sweet..and the oblong ones are sour.. It may be the other way around..I had both before and forget..I'm going to post this then research it for you and edit..Here is the info





The Nagami or Oval Kumquat (Fortunella.margarita) is the most common variety in the United States. It was introduced into Florida from Japan in 1885 and has been grown commercially in the "Kumquat Capitol," Saint Joseph, Florida since 1895.





The Nagami Kumquat is oval in shape, 3/4" to 1" in diameter and between 1" to 2" long. The tartness of the fruit makes them great for use in cooking and/or for marmalades and jellies.





The tree is shrub like and is similar to an orange tree in appearance. It is a prolific bearer and very decorative because of the dark green leaves and brilliant orange fruit. The fruit lasts for several months on the tree in warm winter climates.





The trees do very well when planted in the yard or in larger pots. They can withstand temperatures as low as 28 degrees and require about the same care as other citrus. They can be grown throughout Florida, but produce larger and juicier fruit when grown in the sandy soils on the hills of eastern Pasco County in central Florida. The kumquat tree is highly resistant and possibly immune to citrus canker.





Here is the sweet one





The Miewa or Large Round Kumquat (Fortunella.crassifolia) is grown extensively in China. In Japan, it is also called the ninpo or neiha kinkan. It was introduced into the United States from Japan in 1910, but is still somewhat rare here.





Meiwa kumquats are more round in shape and are often referred to as "sweet kumquats". They have few seeds and are best eaten whole. While they are very good to eat, it is not recommended that you use them for cooking or for marmalade as they lack the tartness of the Nagami kumquats.





The Meiwa kumquats are not normally available commercially. However, we have had some requests for them in the last few years. Call or E-Mail for availability and pricing.

Is there such a thing as a sweet kumquat? Those I have tasted, and the one i am growing, are too sour for me.
All kumquats have sour flesh and a sweet rind. When you eat them, you eat them peel and all. The combination of the sour flesh and sweet rind are quat gives kumquats their distinctive taste.





Try cutting the kumquats in half and squeezing out some of the juice before popping them in your mouth. That will get rid of some of the sour taste.





You can also make a marmalade out of the kumquats. My mom made some a few years back and it came out great, with the flavor of the kumquats, but without the super-sour tang. You can also can them, cooking them in sugar and spices before sealing them in canning jars. That takes a lot of the sour away, too. Makes a great glaze for a baked ham.