Daufuskie Island

Daufuskie Island · Atlantic Coast, USA

Crassostrea virginica

Lowcountry South Carolina oyster from the sound between Hilton Head and the Georgia border — sweet, creamy, and mild with the warm-water Southern coastal character and light umami depth.

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

Salinity2/5
Sweetness4/5
Minerality2/5
Umami3/5
Texturecreamy
Finishsweet

Pair with

AlbariñoChardonnayLight Lager
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The reference version.

Lowcountry South Carolina oyster from the sound between Hilton Head and the Georgia border — sweet, creamy, and mild with the warm-water Southern coastal character and light umami depth.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
2
Umami
3
Acid
—

Everything below is measured against this plate.

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bag · 18–24 monthsWaterCalibogue SoundAppearancemedium · elongated

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