Loch Fyne Native

Loch Fyne · Atlantic Coast, Scotland

Ostrea edulis

Increasingly rare — Loch Fyne's native O. edulis population is recovering slowly after near-collapse. When found, the Scottish fjord's cold water and mineral-rich environment produce an exceptionally deep, hazelnut-and-copper flat oyster.

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

Salinity3/5
Sweetness1/5
Minerality5/5
Umami3/5
Texturefirm
Finishmetallic
Chablis Grand CruChampagne Blanc de BlancsIslay Single Malt
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Increasingly rare — Loch Fyne's native O. edulis population is recovering slowly after near-collapse. When found, the Scottish fjord's cold water and mineral-rich environment produce an exceptionally deep, hazelnut-and-copper flat oyster.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
3
Sweet
1
Mineral
5
Umami
3
Acid

Everything below is measured against this plate.

Cultivationbottom-cultured · 5–8 yearsAppearancemedium · flat
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