Lynnhaven
Lynnhaven River · Chesapeake Bay, USA
Crassostrea virginica
Historically one of America's most famous oysters — Lynnhaven was celebrated by Presidents and explorers. Revived after decades of pollution closure, it delivers moderate brine and clean Chesapeake umami.
Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.
Texturefirm
Finishclean
Pair with
ChablisMuscadetDry Stout
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The reference version.
Historically one of America's most famous oysters — Lynnhaven was celebrated by Presidents and explorers. Revived after decades of pollution closure, it delivers moderate brine and clean Chesapeake umami.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
3
Sweet
3
Mineral
2
Umami
3
Acid
—
Details
Cultivationbottom-cultured · 3–5 yearsAppearancelarge · elongated
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