Kumquat Mojitos

Seriously, does anyone know what to do with Kumquats? I googled for a while and figured the mojito would be the best (and really, only) option. Super easy, and was remarkably crisp. Always a fan of a crisp cocktail.

 

8 kumquats, sliced into thin rounds and seeded
2 teaspoons sugar
Handful of mint leaves
1 lime, cut into wedges
3/4 cup light rum
1 -2 cup crushed ice
3/4 cup club soda

Crush the kumquat slices, mint leaves and sugar together using a wooden spoon until the sugar dissolves and the mint starts releasing it's extracts. Squeeze the juice of the lime wedges over top and continue to crush to blend the flavors together. In a large shaker (or bowl) combine the crushed mixture with club soda and rum, stir to combine, then pour mixture over ice and garnish with extra lime/kumquat pieces before serving.