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Olympia Oysters (30 pcs)

Description

The only oyster truly native to the West coast, these little gems are small in stature but huge in flavor.

Originally called the “Native Western” oyster, they were renamed in 1889 shortly after Washington received statehood. In a competition over the location of the state capital, those in favor of Olympia held a series of public meetings to persuade voters. At the culmination of these meetings, an oyster dinner was served. The oysters were so appealing that Olympia won the bid and from then on, they were known as Olympia oysters.

The beginner half-shell eater might choose the little “Oly” as an introduction before progressing to larger varieties. But after developing a more sophisticated palate, they always humbly return to their beloved first slurp—the mighty Olympia oyster.

Quantity: 30 count
Flavor Profile: rich copper and mushrooms notes, with a celery salt brine and very lengthy finish on the palate
Size: Approximately 1 - 1.5 inch shell

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Jacalyn s oreiro Dec 27th 2024

Olympic Oysters

I love oysters. I love small oysters. The Olympic oysters are ridiculously tiny in a flat shell that is impossible to open. The is no "plump" part, therefore they are sadly a dry clump that once you cut under the "body" you are left with pretty much nothing resembling an oyster. These are so hard to open, my brother used a sharp knife. Which I don't recommend. In fact I recommend don't order these, it seems like they were harvested way too early in their life. Find another oyster.

William Burke Dec 24th 2024

Olympia oysters

We really enjoyed our oysters. They were harvested the day they were shipped. Very fresh and flavorful.

Wayne Jackson Dec 22nd 2024

Olympic smalls

They were wonderful. Shucked, dipped and ate. Little shallot, white wine vinegar dip and we're in the spirit.