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Bald Point Oysters

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Flavor Profile Characteristics

Bald Point Oysters are a Pacific Northwest oyster from one of the South Puget Sound oyster appellations in Washington State.  They are an Intertidal Beach Cultured Oyster.  Beach cultured oysters are raised on tidal beaches with sandy or rocky bottoms.  They are accustomed  to fighting the tides, clamping tightly shut during low tides to preserve their “liquor” and to protect themselves against predators.

Because of this “tough” life, beach raised oysters are hearty.  They have hard, sturdy shells which shuckers like to work with.  And their ability to close tightly, coupled with their hard shells, gives them a longer shelf life.

Bald Point Oyster

Location

South Puget Sound, WA

Species

Pacific Oyster (Crassostrea gigas)

Oyster Availability

September - July

Size

up to 3"

Oyster Cultivation

Intertidal beach

Oyster Flavor Profile

Bald Point Oysters are small, have a low brininess with a sweet flavor and mild musky finish.

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See proper shellfish storage methods for the best way to maintain the shelf life and flavor of your oysters. Also, check-out our list of Where to buy Raw Oysters.

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Atlantic Oyster Varieties
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