Beaufort

Beaufort · Atlantic Coast, USA

Crassostrea virginica

Port Royal Sound oyster from one of the Southeast's most productive estuaries — Beaufort's warm, sheltered sound produces sweet, creamy oysters with minimal brine and the rich Lowcountry character of the South Carolina coast.

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

Salinity2/5
Sweetness4/5
Minerality2/5
Umami3/5
Texturecreamy
Finishsweet
AlbariñoPinot GrisLight Lager
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The reference version.

Nothing on it: brine 2, sweetness 4, minerality 2, umami 3 of 5, with a sweet finish.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
2
Umami
3
Acid
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Everything below is measured against this plate.

Cultivationrack-and-bag · 18–24 monthsWaterPort Royal SoundAppearancemedium · elongated
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