Pelican Reef

Cedar Key · Gulf Coast, USA

Crassostrea virginica

A Cedar Key boutique brand — grown in the same waters as the standard Cedar Key oyster but with particular attention to size and presentation. Sweet, plump, mild Gulf character with a soft finish.

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

Salinity2/5
Sweetness4/5
Minerality1/5
Umami3/5
Textureplump
Finishsweet
AlbariñoUnoaked ChardonnayLight Lager
Always start here

The reference version.

Nothing on it: brine 2, sweetness 4, minerality 1, umami 3 of 5, with a sweet finish.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
1
Umami
3
Acid
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Everything below is measured against this plate.

Cultivationrack-and-bag · 12–18 monthsWaterGulf of MexicoAppearancemedium · round
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