West Cork
West Cork · Atlantic Coast, Ireland · Crassostrea gigas
A regional designation covering multiple farms in West Cork's sheltered sea inlets — generally clean, mineral-forward Pacific oysters with good brine and the clarity of the southwest Irish Atlantic coast.
Texturefirm
Finishmineral
Shellmedium, elongated
Mineral and balanced — lemon works well.
Pair with
ChablisMuscadetIrish Stout
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 3–4 yearsWaterVarious West Cork inletsAppearancemedium · elongated
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