Senegal
Casamance River · Atlantic Coast, West Africa
Crassostrea gasar
Mangrove oyster from Senegal's Casamance River — mild brine, earthy, and mineral with the tropical estuarine character of C. gasar. Primarily harvested by artisanal fishers; rarely seen in international fine dining.
Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.
Texturefirm
Finishearthy
Pair with
Cold Lager
Always start here
The reference version.
Nothing on it: brine 2, sweetness 2, minerality 2, umami 3 of 5, with a earthy finish.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
2
Mineral
2
Umami
3
Acid
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Details
Cultivationwild-harvestedAppearancemedium · irregular
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