Barnegat Salts

Barnegat Bay · Atlantic Coast, USA

Crassostrea virginica

The salt hits with real Atlantic authority.

Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.

Salinity4/5
Sweetness4/5
Minerality4/5
Umami2/5
Textureplump
Finishsweet

Pair with

Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine sur lieBlanc de Blancs ChampagneCold Craft Lager
Always start here

The reference version.

The salt hits with real Atlantic authority.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
4
Sweet
4
Mineral
4
Umami
2
Acid
—

Everything below is measured against this plate.

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bagAppearancemedium · deep-cupped

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