Nassawadox
Nassawadox · Chesapeake Bay, USA
Crassostrea virginica
Eastern Shore Virginia oyster from Nassawadox Creek — higher salinity than up-bay varieties due to proximity to the Chesapeake mouth, producing a firmer, cleaner oyster with balanced brine and moderate sweetness.
Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.
Texturefirm
Finishclean
Pair with
ChablisMuscadet
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The reference version.
Eastern Shore Virginia oyster from Nassawadox Creek — higher salinity than up-bay varieties due to proximity to the Chesapeake mouth, producing a firmer, cleaner oyster with balanced brine and moderate sweetness.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
3
Sweet
3
Mineral
3
Umami
2
Acid
—
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 2–3 yearsWaterNassawadox CreekAppearancemedium · elongated
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