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Orient Point Pearl Oyster

Long Island NY
Cultivated by Oysterponds Shellfish Company, the largest oyster farm in New York, Orient Point Pearls embody the purity of the North Fork’s waters. Raised from the sheltered tides of Oysterponds Creek to the clean, bracing flow of Orient Harbor, these oysters form robust shells, deep cups, and deliver a bright, well-balanced flavor

Oysterology

Product Specifications
  • Specie:
    Crassostrea virginica
  • Origin:
    Long Island NY
    (USA)
  • 18-24 months
  • Average Size:
    2.5-3 inches
  • Available:
    Year-round
Flavor Profile
Bright and refreshing, the brine gives way to a rich seaweed umami, finishing with delicate hints of mineral and sweetness. Often called the 'Long Island Kusshi'
Suggested Pairing:
Chardonnay
Brine Intensity
Growout method
Cage culture
Site Details
  • Tides:
    Drone Creek
  • Bottom:
the Grower

With over 350 submerged cages suspended along sunken trawl lines, this method not only cultivates high-quality oysters but also creates thriving artificial reefs. These structures support a wide array of marine life—including juvenile fish, crabs, seahorses, seaweed, and wild oysters—enhancing the surrounding ecosystem.

This low-impact approach avoids destructive practices like dredging, helping to preserve delicate marine habitats. Oysters naturally filter water and sequester carbon, making them powerful contributors to cleaner, healthier oceans.

Striking a balance between sustainable seafood and environmental stewardship, this farm has fostered a population of over 10 million oysters and continues to grow, benefiting both consumers and the marine environment.

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