Willapa Bay

Willapa Bay · Pacific Coast, USA · Crassostrea gigas

One of the world's largest oyster-producing bays, Willapa is known for sweet, mild Pacifics — little brine, lots of sweetness, clean finish. A gateway Pacific oyster.

Salinity2/5

Sweetness4/5

Minerality2/5

Umami3/5

Textureplump

Finishsweet

Shellmedium-large, elongated

Mild profile welcomes acid contrast.

Pair with

AlbariñoPinot GrisWheat Beer

Details

Cultivationbottom-cultured · 2–4 yearsAppearancemedium-large · elongated

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