Fat Bastards

Washington State · Pacific Coast, USA · Crassostrea gigas

Taylor Shellfish's deliberately oversized Pacific — grown extra long to develop exceptional plumpness and a rich, sweet umami depth. The name matches the scale: large, indulgent, and unapologetically sweet.

Salinity2/5

Sweetness4/5

Minerality2/5

Umami4/5

Textureplump

Finishsweet

Shelllarge, elongated

Rich sweetness and umami benefit from acid.

Pair with

ViognierWA ChardonnayCraft Lager

Details

Cultivationbottom-cultured · 3–5 yearsWaterVarious WA inletsAppearancelarge · elongated

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