Kusshi

Kusshi · Atlantic Coast, Canada

Brine shows up, but the sweetness is already waiting.

Salinity3/5

Sweetness4/5

Minerality4/5

Umami3/5

Texturecreamy

Finishsweet

Shellmedium, deep-cupped

The creaminess is most apparent without acid. The oyster is sweet enough that lemon has no brine to balance against: it just adds sourness. Try plain.

Pair with

Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Canadian)Grüner VeltlinerDry Sake (Junmai)

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bagAppearancemedium · deep-cupped

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