Dave Cheney
About Dave Cheney
Dave Cheney grows these oysters in South Bristol, ME, specifically in the upper Northern branch of John's River Estuary at the mouth of the Damariscotta River, using floating surface equipment in Blackstone Narrows where strong currents and warm temps promote fast growth.
Farm details
- Cultivation Method
- suspended culture
- Growing Waters
- North Branch of Johns River, South Bristol, Maine; John's River Estuary, South Bristol, Maine; Damariscotta River, Maine
Oysters from Dave Cheney
Colonial Cocktails
US East CoastExceptional Maine oyster from South Bristol's Johns River. Stupendously sweet and briny with a surprisingly fruity flavor rarely found in East Coast oysters. Grown by Dave Cheney in classic Pemaquid Light territory.
Whaleback Cocktail
US East CoastSmall Maine cocktail oyster from John's River Estuary. Bottom-grown and cage-floated with crisp Atlantic brininess, buttery texture, and a clean sweet finish with mineral notes.