Sinaloa
Sinaloa · Pacific Coast, Mexico
Crassostrea corteziensis
Gulf of California Cortez oyster from the primary production state — moderate brine and mineral with an earthy character from the warm, productive Gulf waters. Primarily consumed regionally; rarely exported.
Raw shellfish is a major allergen and carries inherent health risks. Editorial reference only.
Texturefirm
Finishearthy
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Mexican LagerMezcalTequilahot saucelime
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The reference version.
Gulf of California Cortez oyster from the primary production state — moderate brine and mineral with an earthy character from the warm, productive Gulf waters. Primarily consumed regionally; rarely exported.
What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
3
Sweet
2
Mineral
3
Umami
2
Acid
—
Details
Cultivationbottom-cultured · 18–24 monthsWaterGulf of CaliforniaAppearancemedium · elongated
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Crassostrea corteziensisGulf of California (SonoraCrassostrea corteziensis is Mexico's primary commercial oyster, a large Pacific mangrove species native to the Gulf of California, grown in the coastal lagoons.KumiaiPacific coastal lagoons of Baja California NorteStrong, clean brine, higher salinity than most Pacific Northwest Pacifics due to the upwelling-driven deep-ocean influence.
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