Rhode Island salt pond character — moderate brine, mild sweetness, creamy texture. The shallow pond environment concentrates sugars without excessive salinity.
Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.
Texturecreamy
Finishsweet
Pair with
AlbariñoMuscadetLight Pilsner
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The reference version.
Nothing on it: brine 3, sweetness 3, minerality 3, umami 2 of 5, with a sweet finish.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
3
Sweet
3
Mineral
3
Umami
2
Acid
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Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 3–4 yearsWaterPoint Judith PondAppearancemedium · round
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