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Sun Hollow Oysters

Sun Hollow Oyster

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Sun Hollow Oyster Flavor Profile Characteristics

Sun Hollow 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.  Sun Hollow Oysters 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.

Sun Hollow Oyster

Location

Lower Hood Canal, Washington State

Species

Pacific Oyster (Crassostrea gigas)

Oyster Availability

September - July

Size

up to 5"

Oyster Cultivation

Beach Grown

Oyster Flavor Profile

Sun Hollow Oysters have sweet, plump meats with a light brininess

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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