Blue Point Oysters (Unshucked)

Oyster: Blue Point

Species: Eastern Oyster (Crassostrea virginica)

Production: Farmed/Wild

Season: Year Round

Size: 2.5-4.5″

Culture Method: The bottom culture method is the natural culture of Blue Point oysters. In the summer, they clear beds of bottomland and spread fresh shells on them.

Salinity: 25-32 ppt

Appearance: Blue Point oysters are pearl gray with a bluish or purplish hue when the sun hits the shells. The shells can range from smooth to slightly ridged and have a round shape. The interior surface is usually off-white or yellowish, and the meat is a light gray with a mild

Flavor Profile: balanced and savory taste, with a subtle sweetness and a fresh, oceanic finish.