Top 10 Oysters in the World

Oysters, commonly known as sea oysters, are the world's largest farmed shellfish and one of the important marine biological resources available to humans. Oysters are delicious and nutritious, and are distributed in countries around the world. So what are the best oysters in the world? 

Today, we have compiled a list of the top ten oysters in the world, including French Belon oysters, French Ginato oysters, Australian Sydney rock oysters, Kumamoto oysters, New Zealand Bluff oysters, South African Namibian oysters, Chinese Rushan oysters, Korean Tongyeong oysters, Japanese Akkeshi oysters, Canadian Morpeck Bay oysters, etc. Let's take a closer look.

1. French Belon oysters

What are the top oysters in the world? French Belon oysters are known as the best oysters. They are flat oysters produced at the mouth of the Belon River in France where salt water and fresh water meet. They are one of the top ten oysters in the world. Because of its unique metallic flavor, it is also called copper oyster, which belongs to the heavy-flavor oyster level. Belon oysters are divided into 11 grades, which are graded according to the size and weight of the oyster shell. The smallest is No.6, the larger is No.5, and so on. The best-tasting Belon oysters generally take 4-6 years to grow. In addition to tasting the original flavor of Belon oysters, you can also try a more luxurious way of eating, which is to add a spoonful of top-grade Iranian caviar to each oyster. It is understood that the best months to taste Belon oysters are from September to December. Because it is a heavy-flavor oyster, it must be paired with branded wine to achieve a comprehensive taste when tasting this oyster.

2. French Gillardeau Oysters

Gillardeau is known as the queen of oysters. Gillardeau oysters are a super brand of French oysters. Many people call Gillardeau Gillardeau. Every genuine oyster from the French Gillardeau company has a unique [G] seal on the oyster shell. Gillardeau is an oyster farming family with more than a hundred years of history. With excellent oyster farming technology, it cultivates high-quality oysters through complex farming methods. 

Gillardeau oysters are graded according to size, divided into No. 0, No. 1, No. 2, No. 3, No. 4, and No. 5, among which No. 0 is the largest. And so on, No. 5 is the smallest. French Ginato oysters are one of the top ten oysters in the world. The best way to taste them is to eat them raw. The best way to taste them is to eat them raw. You can taste their original flavor. The meat is plump and firm, and the taste is full of elasticity and chewiness. It is full of the unique freshness of the ocean and the sweetness of oysters.

3. Australian Sydney Rock Oysters

The most famous Australian oyster is the Sydney Rock Oyster, also known as the Sydney Stone Oyster. This oyster has a strong metallic taste, fresh and elastic meat, and a faint sweetness. The Sydney Rock Oyster has a dark black shell. It is not big but full of freshness. Its taste is rich and strong, with a heavy taste like liquor. It is the choice of senior foodies. It can burst out a strong mineral flavor in the mouth, and it lasts for a long time. 

Because Sydney Rock Oysters are of good quality and low production, they are more expensive. At present, Sydney Rock Oysters are exported to the Middle East, Singapore and Hong Kong in Asia. The editor of learned that the low production and high price are one of the reasons why Australian Sydney Rock Oysters are rare in the Chinese market.

4. Kumamoto Oysters

Kumamoto oysters are native to Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. They are world-famous oysters. They were introduced to California, USA in 1945 and successfully cultivated. This oyster is small in size and has a distinct sweet taste. Kumamoto oysters are very popular in the United States and are regarded as one of the most famous oyster species in the United States. The fresh seawater in California gives Kumamoto oysters a refreshing, sweet and tender taste. The meat is firm and has a cottony feel that is almost buttery. 

It has a light melon and milky flavor. Kumamoto oysters are very small in size. After opening, be careful to preserve the seawater in the shell. After adding a little lemon, you can drink it all.

5. New Zealand Bluff Oysters

Bluff oysters have a flat body, look like scallops, are smaller in size, have sweet meat, and have a unique round shell. New Zealand Bluff oysters grow naturally for 4-8 years in the 60-meter deep sea near the Antarctic. They are large, plump, tender and juicy, and are also known as the most delicious oysters in the world. New Zealand has no heavy industry and is far away from pollution sources. 

It is known as the "last piece of pure land on earth". In addition, the water quality inspection here is extremely strict, and the meat quality of marine organisms is regularly tested. Therefore, the quality of naturally grown Bluff oysters is naturally outstanding and is highly sought after by gourmets around the world. April to August each year is the only official fishing season for Bluff oysters. Fresh New Zealand Bluff oysters are extremely sweet and are fuller, more delicate and softer than oysters from other countries. Because of its rarity, it is known as the "Pacific caviar".

6. Namibian oysters from South Africa

Namibian oysters from South Africa are one of the best oysters in the world, because the main breeding area is in Walvis Bay, where the Benguela cold current lands, the water temperature is low, and the nutrients are rich, making the local oysters very sweet and unique. Namibian oysters are the representative of South African oysters. They are produced in Walvis Bay, Namibia. 

The oyster meat is plump, the taste is fresh and sweet, and the entrance has a strong milky aroma. Although the aftertaste is short, it is impressive. Royal Namibian oysters are the most delicious delicacy in the South Atlantic. They have moderate saltiness, elastic taste, plump and mellow meat, and the excellent breeding environment makes Namibian oysters more nutritious. According to the editor, although the production of Namibian oysters is limited and the production area is remote, it is still a rare delicacy loved by oyster lovers.

7. China's Rushan Oysters

Rushan oysters are mainly cultivated in the Pacific oyster, which is cultivated in a raft-type manner. The cultivation area is mainly distributed in the open waters from Rushankou in the west to Langnuankou in the east. They grow completely by filtering microalgae and other natural baits. Rushan is one of the top ten oyster production areas in the world. Thanks to Rushan's special geographical environment, clean water quality, suitable temperature and salinity, and rich basic baits, Rushan oysters are not only large, plump, smooth and delicious, but also rich in protein, taurine, glycogen, and trace elements such as zinc, iron, manganese, selenium, and copper. Rushan is a famous oyster town in China. 

Many oyster products developed by the company have not only entered the sales markets of Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and other cities, but also been exported to 15 countries including Japan, South Korea and the United States.

8. Tongyeong Oysters from South Korea

The Tongyeong Oyster Farm in South Korea is located on Hansan Island in Tongyeong City. Tongyeong City is a world-famous "Oyster Capital". The cold and warm currents in the sea here meet, and the water is rich in nutrients, which is very suitable for oyster farming. In addition, the sea area of Tongyeong City is a pure sea area certified by the world's most stringent and almost harsh US FDA agency. 

In terms of taste, Korean oysters have a deeper cup, plump oyster meat, and a somewhat sweet taste when put in the mouth. There are not many layers, which is suitable for entry-level foodies to enjoy. It is understood that 80% of the oysters eaten by Koreans are produced in Tongyeong City. Tongyeong oysters are also exported to 25 countries and regions in the world. Every summer, many French people come here to eat oysters. At present, some of the Tongyeong oysters from South Korea have entered the Chinese market, and the price is not high.

9. Japanese Akkeshi oysters

What are the best oysters in the world? Akkeshi oysters can be said to be the representative of Japanese oysters. They grow in Akkeshi on the southeast coast of Hokkaido. Akkeshi Lake is a mixture of sea water and lake water, and is the leading oyster producing area. 

The oysters cultivated are famous throughout Japan and are Japan's top sashimi-grade oysters. Because the temperature in Akkeshi is relatively low throughout the year, the meat of the oysters will be firmer, and the taste will be crisp and sweet. Putting the whole thing in your mouth will feel like it is bursting, which is a superb product.

10. Canadian Morpeck Bay Oysters

Canadian oysters are famous for their tender, sweet and juicy meat. There are many oyster farms in Morpeck Bay, located in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, Canada. The beautiful environment and mild seawater are suitable for the growth and reproduction of marine life. They have cultivated the best oysters that many gourmets praise - Morpeck Bay oysters. The shape and size of Morpeck Bay oysters are very perfect, and the oyster shells are round and deep; the taste is even more unique. When you eat it, you will first smell a fresh seawater scent. 

When you gently bite the oyster meat, you will feel that the meat is plump and elastic. After the initial salty taste, a sweet and refreshing feeling slowly melts in your mouth.

More famous oysters:

Pacific oysters

Irish Galway oysters

French green jade oysters

Icelandic oysters

The world's top ten oysters are mainly selected based on the most common, well-known and good-tasting oysters, and are recommended with reference to relevant rankings/lists on the Internet. The list is for reference only to help you understand which oysters are the most delicious. If you have any questions, please comment/criticize at the end.

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