Plymouth Rock oyster illustration
US East Coast Researched

Plymouth Rock

Crassostrea virginica

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.

Brininess
Size Medium
Shell deep cupped

Flavor Profile

Brininess 4/5
Sweetness 3/5
Minerality 4/5
Creaminess 3/5

Primary Flavors

Finish

Crisp, clean, mineral finish

Expert Notes

Plymouth Rock oysters showcase the distinctive terroir of Duxbury and Plymouth Bay, delivering a briny, mineral-rich flavor profile with balanced sweetness. Intertidally cultured near the historic Pilgrim landing spot, these oysters develop a firm yet delicate texture with clean, clear meats. The hallmark blend of salinity and sweetness, combined with their crisp mineral finish, makes them a standout among Massachusetts oysters and a favorite for those who appreciate bold ocean flavors.

Origin & Characteristics

Species
Crassostrea virginica
Native to
USA
Grown in
Duxbury Bay, Massachusetts, Plymouth Bay, Massachusetts
Size
Medium (3-4 inches)
Shell Color
Bright, attractive shells
Meat Color
Clean, clear

Perfect Pairings

Best Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring

What Experts Say

Across 8 sources, tasters describe this oyster as:

Unique notes: threateningly briny, lively, crisp, essence of the ocean

"These descendents of the original colony of oysters discovered by the Pilgrims may be the tastiest wild oysters left on the East Coast. Threateningly briny, they are also lively and clean and wonderfully chewy. Note the goosefoot pattern of raised ridges on the green shell—sign of an oyster exposed to fluctuating tides and temperatures in its youth."

brinycleanchewy

"One of my favorites, briny and creamy."

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"Grown in the cold, pristine waters of Cape Cod, the taste of PRO oysters is a perfect balance of sweet and salty."

sweetsaltybalanced

"Grown in the cold, pristine waters of Cape Cod Bay on intertidal farms off the shore of America's Hometown, the oysters of Plymouth Rock Oysters are cultivated just above the bottom in a nutrient-rich environment nourished by nearby eel-grass meadows. Situated where the waters of Duxbury, Kingston and Plymouth meet, they experience twice-daily, strong tidal surges that help to create the perfect cold-water New England oyster. The taste – a perfect balance of sweet and salty – embodies the clean, crisp waters from which they're harvested."

sweetsaltycleancrisp

"Undine Sea Sirens are grown suspended above White Flat, known for it's beautiful, clean bottom, Undine Sea Sirens come to market looking like they've been hand grown and selected just for your table. Featuring attractive, bright shells on the outside and clean, clear meats on the inside, their delicate, briny flavor encapsulates the essence of the ocean."

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About the Farm

Plymouth Rock Oysters (PRO)

Family owned and operated in Plymouth, Massachusetts – America's Hometown – Plymouth Rock Oysters (PRO) is a true boutique operation founded by Bill Doyle.

Cultivation Method
rack and bag
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History & Background

These oysters are descendants of the original colony of oysters discovered by the Pilgrims when they landed near Plymouth Rock in 1620. The area has a rich oyster farming history dating back centuries.

Located not far from the Pilgrims' landing spot in Duxbury Bay and Plymouth Bay, Massachusetts. The oysters are cultivated in the historic waters where America's earliest settlers first encountered these shellfish.

Did You Know?

  • Grown near the actual Plymouth Rock where the Pilgrims landed in 1620
  • Feature a distinctive goosefoot pattern of raised ridges on green shells from exposure to fluctuating tides
  • May be the tastiest wild oysters left on the East Coast according to expert Rowan Jacobsen
  • Cultivated in waters where Duxbury, Kingston and Plymouth meet