Minneola

I'm not in the habit of trying random citrus fruits that show up in the produce section, but that doesn't mean I never do. The minneola is a delicious not-to-sweet, not-too-tart citrus fruit, notably different than a tangerine. Perfect for someone disheartened by the sweetness of the orange as well as the sourness of a grapefruit. I was interested, so Stephanie looked it up to find its from a group of fruits known as tangelos.

Tangelos are hybrids of tangerines and grapefruit or pomellos. First known crosses made by Dr. Walter T. Swingle in the late 19th century. They are significantly different from other citrus fruits and comprise a category in themselves. They were discoveredOther tangelos include, 'K-early', 'nova', 'orlando', 'seminole', 'Thornton" and of course the 'Ugli'.