Harkers Island
Harkers Island · Atlantic Coast, USA
Crassostrea virginica
Back Sound's warm, protected waters behind Cape Lookout produce plump, sweet North Carolina oysters with minimal brine — approachable and mild, with the warm-water Southern Atlantic character.
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Textureplump
Finishsweet
Pair with
AlbariñoPinot GrisLight Lager
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Back Sound's warm, protected waters behind Cape Lookout produce plump, sweet North Carolina oysters with minimal brine — approachable and mild, with the warm-water Southern Atlantic character.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
2
Umami
3
Acid
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Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 18–24 monthsWaterBack SoundAppearancemedium · elongated
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