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.
Texturefirm
Finishearthy
Shellmedium, elongated
Earthy character benefits from lemon.
Pair with
Mexican LagerMezcalTequilahot saucelime
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.