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Willapa Bay · Pacific Coast, USA

Crassostrea gigas

Taylor Shellfish's tumbled Willapa Bay Pacific — tumbling produces a deep cup and firm texture, while Willapa's warm, sweet waters keep brine minimal.

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

Salinity2/5
Sweetness4/5
Minerality2/5
Umami2/5
Texturefirm
Finishclean
AlbariñoPinot GrisLight Lager
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The reference version.

Taylor Shellfish's tumbled Willapa Bay Pacific — tumbling produces a deep cup and firm texture, while Willapa's warm, sweet waters keep brine minimal.

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

Everything below is measured against this plate.

Cultivationtumbled · 18–24 monthsAppearancesmall-medium · deep-cupped
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