We just finished off 50
"We just finished off 50 Norumbegas. it was not our 1st batch and it won't be our last. These oysters are briny with vegetal undertones, easy to shuck and plump little guys. Yum!"
Norumbega Oysters from Damariscotta, ME
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Farmer: Kellie and Eric Peters
Size: ~3"
- About Norumbega Oysters
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- ⚠ Prop 65 Warning
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Consuming this product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Oyster FAQ
- How long do my oysters keep?
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Your oysters keep in the refrigerator for 5-7 days! You can order a day or two early to make sure you have them in time for your gathering. They are totally fine hangin’ out in the cool air.
- How do I store these bad boys?
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When you receive your package, pull them out of the box (these guys need a little fresh air!). Grab a mixing bowl and throw the mesh bag in the bowl so that the oysters don’t leak all over your refrigerator. Grab a damp cloth and throw the cloth over the bowl. You are good to go for the next 5-7 days. Doesn’t hurt to dampen the cloth each day to keep them moist and chilled.
- Should I keep them on ice?
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Only put the oysters on ice before service. The oysters will actually die in the melted fresh water so do not store the oysters on ice. They will not like this.
- How are they shipped?
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We ship using FedEx Overnight service. You will receive tracking info after the label has been printed the day before your oysters are set to arrive. We do not require a signature – Fedex will leave your package at your doorstep.
- Is your packaging recyclable?
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Short answer: YES!
Our ClimaCell thermal liners are made of 90% FSC certified virgin kraft paper and corn starch, which allows you to recycle the insulated liner at home along with the cardboard box.
Not only are the liners water repellant, they’re just as insulating as traditional styrofoam AND they can be recycled up to 5 times. Saving the planet has never been easier.
Overall rating: 4.8986926 / 5 from 306 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Norumbega Oysters from Damariscotta, ME, are highly praised for their excellent quality, unique briny and sweet flavor, and clean, easy-to-shuck shells. Grown in cold Maine waters, these oysters are known for their strong shells and meaty texture. Customers appreciate the perfect size and balanced salinity, making them a refreshing and approachable choice.
Summary topics
- Oyster Quality (4%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the excellent quality of the oysters, praising their flavor and freshness.
- Oyster Experience (61%): A substantial number of customers stated that the Damariscotta Oysters are the best they've ever had.
- Brine and Sweet Finish (7%): Customers keep praising the great combination of brine, sweet, and meaty finish of these oysters.
- Salinity Balance (5%): It was observed by customers that the salinity of the product is excellent and well-balanced.
- Oyster Size (8%): Customers appreciated the perfect size of the oysters, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
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Review highlights
- "Great delivery, clean oysters, clear instructions, and great taste." —
- "Great oysters, nice size and great brine." —
- "They were very clean, a nice brine and fabulous sweet earthy finish." —
Reviews
SALT WATER BOMBS!
"These are the best oysters I have ever had. Each one had a full shot of clean salt water in them and were easy to open. I served them at the restaurant and every person said they didn’t need a thing. No lemon, no mignonette or hot sauce. I can’t recommend these oysters enough."
The oysters were as advertised:
"The oysters were as advertised: plump meaty and delicious. What was unexpected was each oyster had a slightly different taste as if harvested from a different part of the river bed."
Unbelievable Service
"This was worth every penny. My family and I enjoyed shucking our own oysters, and the flavor profile was great."
Service beyond compare
"Shipped overnight to Charleston South Carolina. Delish!"
Noumbega oysters
"Among the best we have ever received from island creek. Sweet and briny at the same time and were wonderful. Shared them with friends, one of whom didn’t think she liked oysters until these!"
Great little oyster. Coming back for more
"They were a bit on the small side, but they were easy to shuck, and absolutely fantastic taste. The brine was exquisite. Well, definitely order more in the fall. When the weather cools"
Excellent Product
"The oysters were clean and fresh, taste exactly like they were described."
Norumbega
"These were wonderful and super briny oysters. Nice size and fairly easy to shuck"
Fresh, delicious, delivered safely and
"Fresh, delicious, delivered safely and on time."