Malaspina Oysters

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 Oysters
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.