Chesapeake character at its sweetest — the Choptank River's lower salinity and warm waters push sweetness to the front while keeping brine subdued.
Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.
Texturecreamy
Finishsweet
Pair with
Unoaked ChardonnayAlbariñoLight Lager
Always start here
The reference version.
Nothing on it: brine 2, sweetness 4, minerality 2, umami 2 of 5, with a sweet finish.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
2
Umami
2
Acid
—
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 2–3 yearsAppearancemedium · elongated
If you like this, try
Rappahannock RiverRappahannock RiverMild, gentle brine — significantly lower salinity than a New England Eastern. Sweet, creamy, buttery. Soft, plump flesh.ApalachicolaApalachicolaMild and immediately approachable — the opposite of a Belon or a high-brine Wellfleet. Butter and cream. Soft, plump flesh.
Taste them tonight
Shucking these yourself? The Oyster Kit
Links open the merchant’s site. Some links may earn Oysterminds a commission at no cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, Oysterminds earns from qualifying purchases. Availability varies by season and region.