Oysters
A plain-language guide to oyster species, growing regions, flavor, preparation, and ordering.
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A-Z glossary
Salty in a clean, ocean-like way.
Cold-water oysterAn oyster grown in colder water, often associated with a slower growth pattern and clean flavor.
CupThe depth and shape of the oyster shell.
DozenA common oyster order size: twelve oysters, or six for a half dozen.
Eastern oysterAn oyster species common on the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of North America.
FlightA tasting set of different oysters served together.
Half shellAn oyster served raw in the deeper half of its shell.
KumamotoA small oyster species known for a deep cup and mild, sweet flavor.
LiquorThe natural liquid inside a freshly opened oyster shell.
MerroirThe effect a growing place has on an oyster's flavor.
MignonetteA sharp sauce, usually vinegar and shallot, served with raw oysters.
Olympia oysterA small native West Coast oyster species.
Pacific oysterA widely farmed oyster species common on the West Coast.
Raw barA station or menu focused on raw shellfish, especially oysters.
SalinityHow salty an oyster tastes.
ShuckTo open an oyster shell.