Kumamoto, WA
Totten Inlet, Washington
Kumamoto kisses so sweetly, she's a favorite of newbies and connoisseurs. Plump, buttery, and infused with melon, Kumamotos originated in Japan. Get the fever for the flavor: ring in the holidays with a decadent oyster that tastes like summer.
buttery | melony | crowd pleaser
2" - 3" | Petite
Pairs Perfectly with:
- Holidays
- Martinis (served up!)
- Decadence + Caviar
- Crab Claws
FromtheFarm
TAYLOR SHELLFISH, DECADES OF DELICACIES
The largest producer of farmed shellfish in the U.S., Taylor Shellfish inhabits over 11,000 acres of tidelands along the Washington and B.C. coasts. The family business began in the 1890s and has brought each generation along for the glorious ride. Now the fifth generation of Taylors continues to produce some of the most delicious oysters to date in one of the most exceptional oyster-growing spots around.
The Gritty Details:
Rack and bag culture on the beaches of Totten Inlet. Time to market: 1.5 to 2 years.
Flavor Influenced by:
- Salinity: 2.8% varies by tide < 3.5% full oceanic salinity
- Tides: Medium tides and light freshwater input
- Bottom Makeup: Sand and gravel