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10 terms in Oysters.
Briny
Salty in a clean, ocean-like way.
DozenA common oyster order size: twelve oysters, or six for a half dozen.
FlightA tasting set of different oysters served together.
Half shellAn oyster served raw in the deeper half of its shell.
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.
Raw barA station or menu focused on raw shellfish, especially oysters.
SalinityHow salty an oyster tastes.
ShuckTo open an oyster shell.