Kumiai

Pacific coastal lagoons of Baja California Norte · Pacific Coast, Mexico

Crassostrea gigas

Strong, clean brine, higher salinity than most Pacific Northwest Pacifics due to the upwelling-driven deep-ocean influence.

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

Salinity4/5
Sweetness4/5
Minerality4/5
Umami2/5
Textureplump
Finishsweet

Pair with

Blanc de Blancs ChampagneAlbariño (Galician or California)Mezcal (neat, Espadín) with sal de gusano
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The reference version.

Strong, clean brine, higher salinity than most Pacific Northwest Pacifics due to the upwelling-driven deep-ocean influence.

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

Everything below is measured against this plate.

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bagAppearancemedium · deep-cupped

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