(Out of Season) If you're wondering about the origins of the name “ortanique,” the word is an amalgam of “orange, Or) ” “(tangerine, tan)” and “unique, nique)” and it is meant to reflect the unique character of the fruit. An ortanique is a cross between a sweet orange and a tangerine. An ortanique is a medium-sized fruit with a strong citrus aroma and a tangy, slightly sweet flavor. The ortanique is classified as a tangor, meaning that it is a cross between a tangerine and a sweet orange. There are a number of ways to use the ortanique. Many people enjoy eating the fruit out of hand, because it can be flavorful and very refreshing. It is also possible to press the ortanique for juice, which can be drunk plain or blended with other fruit juices. Ortanique wedges can also be included in fruit salads and used as garnishes, and the fruit can be used in sorbet, preserves, and a variety of other sweets. Ortaniques can also be candied, with or without the peel.

Available from March thru mid April only.

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