As promised in “Think beyond the lime,” here’s another easy and delicious gin and tonic idea. At our local Wegmans, when they’re in season, you’ll find kumquats on the exotic fruit table in the produce department.

KUMQUAT & CLOVE GIN AND TONIC
3 Kumquats, cut in half
3 to 5 Cloves
3 oz High-proof gin—I prefer Sipsmith VJOP for my tonic drinks
1 bottle of good tonic water
 
In a large glass (stemless wine glasses are great for these), place both halves of 1 kumquat. Muddle lightly. Fill glass with ice, and place remaining kumquats and cloves on top. Add the gin, and top with tonic water to taste.