Mississippi Sound

Mississippi Sound · Gulf Coast, USA

Crassostrea virginica

Gulf Coast oyster from the protected sound between Mississippi's barrier islands and the mainland — warm, low-salinity water from Mississippi River influence produces sweet, plump, and mild oysters with the characteristic Gulf softness.

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

Salinity1/5
Sweetness4/5
Minerality1/5
Umami3/5
Textureplump
Finishsweet
AlbariñoPinot GrisLight Lager
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The reference version.

Nothing on it: brine 1, sweetness 4, minerality 1, umami 3 of 5, with a sweet finish.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
1
Sweet
4
Mineral
1
Umami
3
Acid
—

Everything below is measured against this plate.

Cultivationrack-and-bag · 12–18 monthsAppearancemedium · elongated
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