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 Oysters |
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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 are plump, have a mild, sweet flavor, medium brininess and a watermelon accent. |
See proper shellfish storage methods for the best way to maintain the shelf life and flavor of your oysters.
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