Crisp Oysters

71 oysters with this flavor profile

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Beach Angel

Canada West Coast

Beach-grown Pacific oyster from Cortes Island, BC. Firm and sweet with robust briny flavor, featuring distinctive notes of cucumber, grass, and melon rind. Crisp and ocean-fresh.

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Beach Point

US East Coast

A boutique oyster from Barnstable Harbor, Cape Cod. Meaty and plump with light brininess, bright sweet cream flavor, and a crisp finish. Only 30,000 raised annually with meticulous care.

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Big Rock

US East Coast

Aquatray-grown Cape Cod oyster with thick shells and plump, savory meats. Crisp and salty with rich umami flavor, prominent brininess, and clean mineral finish. Named for a boulder on the beach where they're cultivated.

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Blackberry Point

Eastern Canada

Cold-water Prince Edward Island oyster from Foxley River and Malpeque Bay. Large, reliably plump and deep-cupped with mild sweetness upfront and a pleasantly lingering medium-high salinity finish. Hand-tongued from small skiffs.

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Blue Point

US East Coast

The classic Atlantic oyster. Crisp, briny, with mineral notes and a sharp, clean finish.

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Blue Pool

US West Coast

Tumbled Pacific oyster from Hood Canal's Hamma Hama River. Deep-cupped with smooth shells, featuring a creamy, crunchy texture and complex flavor profile of cucumber, crisp brine, and a distinctive sweet-vegetal finish.

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Bluepoint (Long Island Sound)

US East Coast

America's most famous oyster since the 1800s. Bottom-planted in Long Island Sound with heavy, gnarly shells. Intensely briny and bold with metallic notes, firm texture, and a mineral finish. A salty classic for purists.

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Bras D'or

Canadian Maritimes

Wild-harvested Maritime oyster from Cape Breton's Bras D'Or Lakes. Light-bodied with assertive brine, hints of seaweed, and a clean, steely finish. A quintessential Atlantic oyster from pristine Nova Scotia waters.

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Buckley Bay

Canada West Coast

A premium Pacific oyster from Baynes Sound, British Columbia. Tray-raised and beach-hardened for firm meats and strong shells. Balanced brininess with distinctive melon and cucumber finish.

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Cape Breton

Canada East Coast

Wild-caught oyster from Cape Breton Island's pristine waters in Nova Scotia. Very briny with bright ocean character, firm springy meat, and a lingering mineral finish that reflects the clean Atlantic surroundings.

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Cape North

Eastern Canada

Farm-raised oyster from Aspy Bay at the northern tip of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. Exceptionally briny and meaty with intense oceanic flavor, bright minerality, and a crisp, sweet finish from pristine Atlantic waters.

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Cedar Island

US East Coast

Farm-raised North Carolina oyster from Core Sound near Cedar Island. Medium-sized with full, firm meat and a bright, crisp brininess that delivers a clean, salty finish.

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Chilmark

US East Coast

Deep-water aquacultured oyster from Menemsha Pond on Martha's Vineyard. Large, briny, and full-bodied with a crisp, clean sea salt blast and sweet finish. Mineral-rich flavor from ancient freshwater springs and Atlantic tidal flow.

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Chincoteague

US East Coast

The aristocrat of American oysters. Intensely briny and ocean-forward, with firm, full meat and a remarkably clean finish.

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Dabob Bay

US West Coast

Intertidal beach-grown Pacific oyster from the pristine waters of Hood Canal's Dabob Bay. Light and crisp with pronounced brininess from slow growth in cold, nutrient-limited waters. Firm meat with a clean, sweet finish.

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Deer Creek

US West Coast

Intertidal beach-cultivated Pacific oyster from South Hood Canal, Washington. Deep-cupped with full meats, crisp brininess, and a distinctive sweet melon finish with mild mineral notes.

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East Beach Blonde

US East Coast

Farmed in floating cages in Ninigret Pond, Rhode Island. Distinguished by pale golden shells and creamy, golden flesh with a sophisticated flavor profile featuring strong initial brine, distinctive buttery notes, and a delicate sweet finish.

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Evening Cove

British Columbia

Beach cultured Pacific oyster from Vancouver Island's Evening Cove. Features firm meats with a clean, mildly briny flavor and distinctive watermelon finish. Beautiful fluted shells make for elegant presentations.

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Genuine Blue Point

US East Coast

The legendary Long Island oyster harvested from Great South Bay for over two centuries. Strong, briny, and robust with satiny meats, a fresh crisp texture, and a sweet aftertaste that sparkles with mineral salinity.

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Glacier Point

US West Coast

Alaskan oyster from Kachemak Bay's glacier-fed waters. Intensely briny and umami-rich with distinctive salinity and thick shell. Less cucumbery than typical Pacifics, with a unique 'touch of king salmon' flavor.

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Glidden Point

US East Coast

The definitive Maine oyster from the Damariscotta River. Bottom-cultured in frigid waters, producing thick, heavy shells with deep cups and firm meats. Crisp and complex with pronounced brininess balanced by sweetness.

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Gold Creek

US West Coast

Classic Pacific Northwest oyster from southern Hood Canal. Beach-grown on rocky shores with full cups, firm meat, and a bright, briny flavor with a mild, clean finish.

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Golden Nugget

US West Coast

A rare tumbled cocktail oyster from Tomales Bay's north shore. Small and deep-cupped with plump ivory meat, delivering high brine that mellows into a rich, buttery finish with hints of melon and cucumber.

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Grassy Bar

US West Coast

Hand-cultivated Pacific oyster from Morro Bay's high-energy estuary. Deeply briny with crisp sweetness and distinctive cucumber and wet-stone minerality. Entirely grown in Southern-Central California from seed to harvest.

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Hawk's Point

US West Coast

A large Pacific oyster from pristine Willapa Bay, Washington. Rack and bag cultivated with mild brininess, delicate floral notes, and a crisp citrus finish. Substantial, meaty texture with a clean aftertaste.

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Hog Island Atlantic

US West Coast

A unique East Coast oyster variety raised in California's Tomales Bay. Small with handsome green-gold shells, intensely briny with crisp minerality and surprising fruity depth that peaks in summer.

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Hurricane Island

Eastern Canada

Hand-harvested from the cold, clean waters of Nova Scotia's Northumberland Strait. Small to medium oysters with intense brininess, firm crisp texture, and a notably sweet finish.

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Irish Point

Eastern Canada

A cocktail-sized PEI oyster with striking bright green shells. High salinity with a powerful brine that transitions to a sweet, earthy, citrus finish. Excellent meat quality from cold northern waters.

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Lady's Island

US East Coast

Sustainably farmed South Carolina oyster from the Coosaw River. Large, deep-cupped, and plump with a salt-heavy briny start that gives way to a sweet, clean finish. Handcrafted from hatchery to harvest.

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Lameque

Canada East Coast

Small cold-water oyster from Chaleur Bay, New Brunswick. Heavy, gnarly shells with intensely briny, metallic flavor. Robust and wild—not for beginners.

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Little Island

US East Coast

A bright, fresh Maine oyster from the Bagaduce River. Mildly salty with sharp brine up front, delicate meats, and a sweet, creamy finish. Surface-cultured for smooth shells and deep cups, perfect for the half-shell.

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Little Shemogue

Canada East Coast

A premium cultured oyster from Southeast New Brunswick's Tormentine Peninsula. Small and plump with medium-high brininess, mineral richness, and a clean, sweet finish. Fresh biscuit aroma makes it an ideal starter oyster.

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Malaspina

British Columbia

Hardy beach-grown Pacific oyster from Malaspina Inlet, Vancouver Island. Firm and plump with a crisp, briny flavor and distinctive cucumber-like finish. Rugged shells and dark mantle from extreme tidal conditioning.

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Malpeque

Prince Edward Island

Canadian icon. Bright salinity, plump meat, crisp and clean.

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Matunuck

US East Coast

A balanced Rhode Island oyster from Potter Pond. Crisp and briny with a subtle salinity, balanced by mild sweetness and a clean finish. Slowly grown over 3-5 years for exceptional quality.

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Miyagi

US West Coast

A Pacific Northwest favorite with Japanese heritage. Full-bodied and meaty with a crisp, nutty flavor, mild brine, and balanced fruit and vegetal notes.

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New Point

US East Coast

A sustainably farmed New Jersey oyster from Northern Barnegat Bay. Large, strong shells with crisp, succulent texture. Fresh and briny with balanced salinity and a mild, sweet finish.

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Okeover

British Columbia

Sweet, balanced Pacific oyster from Okeover Inlet in Desolation Sound, BC. Fresh crisp sweetness with light-salty brine and a clean finish. Grown in nutrient-rich waters with distinctive deep shells.

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Otter Cove

US West Coast

Wild-harvested Pacific oyster from Discovery Bay, Washington. Meaty and firm with crisp, briny flavor, mild tanginess, and fresh seaweed notes from continuous feeding in protected rack waters.

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Oysterville Select

US West Coast

Farm-raised Pacific oyster from Willapa Bay, Washington. Known for their smooth texture, deep cup, and delicate balance of brine and sweetness with a clean, crisp finish from pristine West Coast waters.

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Pacific Gold

US West Coast

Suspension-raised Pacific oyster from Discovery Bay, Washington and Morro Bay, California. Large, sweet, and mild with firm meats, lovely fluted shells, and a fresh, crisp finish.

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Pearl Bay

US West Coast

A tumbled Pacific oyster from Willapa Bay, Washington. Small, dark-shelled, and smooth with firm, tender meat. Balanced brininess with a buttery texture and distinctive nori finish.

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Pebble Cove

US West Coast

A responsibly farmed Pacific oyster from northern Puget Sound's Admiralty Inlet. Medium-large with firm, crisp meats, balanced brininess, and a distinctly sweet, refreshing finish with melon notes.

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Penn Cove Select

US West Coast

The definitive Pacific Northwest oyster with stunning black and purple shells. Beach-raised in Samish Bay and finished in Penn Cove, these award-winning oysters deliver firm meats, bright brininess, and a distinctive crisp cucumber finish.

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Phantom Creek

British Columbia

A mild, sweet Pacific oyster from Cortes Island, BC. Grown using a unique suspension-to-beach method for firmer meats and stronger shells. Clean finish with delicate brininess.

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Pickering Passage

US West Coast

A Pacific Northwest oyster from southern Puget Sound's nutrient-rich waters. Medium to large with tender, plump meats. Mild brine balanced with sweet richness and a crisp finish of melon and cucumber.

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Pine Island

US East Coast

Historic Long Island Sound oyster harvested by traditional dredge methods since 1887. Large, robust shells with full meats. Balanced brine and sweetness with a crisp texture and sweet finish.

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Pleasant Bay

US East Coast

A deeply-cupped Cape Cod oyster from the pristine waters of Pleasant Bay in Orleans, Massachusetts. Classic Atlantic brininess with a buttery texture, crisp clean flavor, and sweet finish. Rack and bag cultivated for three years.

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Plymouth Rock

US East Coast

Intertidally cultured Eastern oyster from historic Duxbury and Plymouth Bay, Massachusetts. Briny and mineral-rich with balanced sweetness and a crisp, clean finish. Firm yet delicate texture.

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Rappahannock River

US East Coast

A sweet, buttery oyster with low salinity and Blue Ridge minerality. Perfect for beginners and an exceptional match for Chardonnay.

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Raspberry Point

Prince Edward Island

A substantial PEI oyster with impressive size and balance. Briny with a clean, sweet finish and firm, plump meat.

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Read Island

British Columbia

Extra-small tray-grown Pacific oyster from British Columbia's Discovery Islands. Mild and fresh with a sweet finish and delicate shells. Deep-cupped with clean, refined flavor perfect for raw service.

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Row 34

US East Coast

An innovative rack-and-bag oyster from Duxbury Bay, Massachusetts. Clean and crisp with strong briny minerality, nutty umami notes, and less vegetal character than bottom-planted varieties. Named after the experimental 34th row of oyster trays.

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Royal Miyagi

US West Coast & British Columbia

A rare Pacific Northwest oyster with distinctive sweet creaminess and unique kiwi-like finish. Cultivated on suspended lines then beach-finished for exceptional smoothness and plump texture.

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Salutation Cove

Canada East Coast

A choice farm-raised oyster from Prince Edward Island's pristine Salutation Cove. Deep-cupped with high salinity and crisp liquor, finishing clean and sweet with distinctive fruity notes.

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Satori

British Columbia

Pacific oyster from British Columbia cultivated using deep water start, tumbling, and beach methods. Medium brininess with fresh, clean taste and distinctive cucumber finish.

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Sawmill Bay

British Columbia

Sustainably farmed Pacific oyster from British Columbia's glacier-fed Discovery Islands. Medium-sized with firm texture, balanced brininess and sweetness, and a crisp, clean finish with subtle umami notes.

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Scorton Creek

US East Coast

Premium Cape Cod oyster from Barnstable Harbor's Great Marsh. Bright, buttery, and exceptionally briny with firm, crisp ivory meats in deep cups. A standout from one of North America's great oyster merroirs.

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Shoal Bay Flat

US West Coast

The only European Flat oyster grown on the West Coast, cultivated by the Jones family on Lopez Island. Rare and coveted, with a pleasant metallic twang, sharp mineral notes, and the crisp-clean salinity of San Juan Island waters. Exceedingly limited supply.

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Sinku

British Columbia

Deep-water suspended Pacific oyster from British Columbia. Clean and briny with a mild, cold milk taste and no vegetal notes. Crisp texture from cold-water cultivation at 15-40 feet depth.

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Steamboat

US West Coast

Beach-grown Pacific oyster from Totten Inlet, Puget Sound. Small and deep-cupped with sweet, melon-scented flesh and refreshing cucumber crispness. Exceptionally wine-friendly with mild, earthy character.

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Stingray

US East Coast

The quintessential Chesapeake Bay oyster from Mobjack Bay, Virginia. Perfectly balanced between sweet and salty with a clean, crisp finish. Distinctive white shell with black markings.

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Sunset Beach

US West Coast

Beach-raised Pacific oyster from Hood Canal, Washington. Full, plump meats with mild brininess, sweet flavor, and a distinctive melon-like aftertaste. Thick shells and crunchy texture from intertidal cultivation.

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Tatamagouche

Eastern Canada

A briny, nutty oyster from Nova Scotia's Northumberland Strait. Farm-raised in Tatamagouche Bay, these medium-to-large oysters deliver rich, salty flavor with a crisp finish. Avoid in summer when spawning.

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Taunton Bay

US East Coast

One of Maine's northernmost oysters from near Acadia National Park. High salinity with a distinctive buttery, Chardonnay-like finish and crisp lemon notes. Deep-cupped with plump, firm meats from natural tidal tumbling.

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Totten Virginica

US West Coast

An unlikely Pacific Coast triumph of the Eastern oyster. Thriving exclusively in Washington's famed Totten Inlet, these plump, firm oysters deliver bold briny intensity, rich buttery flavor, and a sweet finish that earned them Best Flavor at the East Coast Shellfish Growers competition.

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Wallace Bay

Eastern Canada

Sub-tidally cultivated Nova Scotia oyster from the cold waters of Northumberland Strait. Distinctly mineral-forward with high salinity and a fresh, clean finish. Deep-cupped shells from nutrient-rich northern waters.

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Whaleback Cocktail

US East Coast

Small 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.

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Willapa Bay

US West Coast

Beach-grown Pacific oyster from Washington's pristine Willapa Bay. Tumbled in tidal bags for smooth, dark shells and crisp texture. Light brininess with sweet, herbaceous notes and a signature cucumber finish.

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Winter Point

US East Coast

Farm-raised Maine oyster from Mill Cove. Medium salinity with sweet-briny balance and a sharp mineral finish. Deep-cupped with meaty texture, available year-round including winter ice harvests.

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York River

US East Coast

Lower Bay Virginia oyster from the mouth of the York River. High salinity with mild brininess that transitions to a sweet, clean finish. Crisp mineral notes and smooth texture define this classic Chesapeake variety.