Tagus Estuary

Lisboa · Atlantic Coast, Portugal

Crassostrea gigas

Tagus Estuary oysters are plump and sweet — the large river input dilutes salinity while warming the water, encouraging growth and sweetness. The Lisbon estuary's rich phytoplankton adds umami depth.

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Salinity2/5
Sweetness4/5
Minerality2/5
Umami3/5
Textureplump
Finishsweet

Pair with

Vinho VerdeAlbariñoLight Lager
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Tagus Estuary oysters are plump and sweet — the large river input dilutes salinity while warming the water, encouraging growth and sweetness. The Lisbon estuary's rich phytoplankton adds umami depth.

What you'll tasteas it arrives
Brine
2
Sweet
4
Mineral
2
Umami
3
Acid
—

Everything below is measured against this plate.

Details

Cultivationrack-and-bag · 18–24 monthsWaterTagus Estuary (Tejo)Appearancemedium-large · elongated

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