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Malaspina Oysters

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Malispina Oyster Flavor Profile Characteristics

Malispina Oysters are a Pacific Northwest oyster from the gravel shores of Malispina Inlet in one of the British Columbia oyster appellations in Canada.  They are an Intertidal Beach Cultured Oyster. 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.  Malispina oysters 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.

Malaspina Oyster

Location

Sunshine Coast, Vancouver Island, British Columbia

Species

Pacific Oyster (Crassostrea gigas)

Oyster Availability

September - July

Size

up to 3 1/2"

Oyster Cultivation

Intertidal beach

Oyster Flavor Profile

Malaspina Oysters have plump, creamy white meats with a mild, sweet flavor, medium brininess and a watermelon accent.

Map

See Malaspina Oyster Map

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.

Chef's Resources lists over 50 varieties of Atlantic Coast oysters and 60 varieties of Pacific Coast oysters. Follow the links to these oyster varieties
Atlantic Oyster Varieties
Pacific Oyster Varieties

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