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Island Creek Oysters from Duxbury, MA

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Quantity: 50 Count | $2.90 per Oyster
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Farmer: Skip Bennett (Founder of Island Creek Oysters) and a small group of Duxbury growers

Size: ~2.5"

Our Flagship oyster, grown right here in Duxbury, Massachusetts. We may be biased, but we think these oysters are pretty damn near perfect. The quintessential East Coast oyster, they’re consistent yet complex, with up-front notes of ocean brine and seaweed, and a smooth, sweet finish. Deep cups encourage plump meats for a toothy, chewy bite you can really sink your teeth into. Well balanced from beginning to end, these oysters are ideal for oyster newbies and seasoned pros alike.

About Island Creek Oysters

Harvest location: Duxbury, MA CCB45

Where Exactly?

How they’re grown: All of our oysters are raised from seed in our very own hatchery, one of only four in the North East! After 3 months being nurtured in the hatchery, and 3 months in a floating upweller system, they’re then planted directly on the bay floor where they grow “free-range” in mineral-rich mud until harvested, about 1-1.5 years.

Why they’re unique: Duxbury Bay has drastic eleven-foot tides, which means twice a day, the Bay drains and re-fills with cold, algae-filled water, which is ideal for hungry oysters. Since the water in Duxbury rarely exceeds 70 degrees, our oysters won’t spawn, keeping them meaty and flavorful year-round.

Story: Skip was born and raised in the Island Creek neighborhood of Duxbury, and spent years working on the Bay, digging mussels, razor clams, and horseshoe crabs. After an unsuccessful attempt at growing clams, he (thankfully) transitioned to oysters and never looked back. For eight years, Skip was the only person growing shellfish in Duxbury Bay, a location he would later describe as “The Napa Valley of Oyster Farming”. Cold, turbulent, salty waters ended up being the perfect environment for oysters, and by 2000, Skip was harvesting full-time.

Today, Skip and a small crew of farmers harvest year-round. Island Creeks can be found all over the country, including several Michelin starred restaurants, and they’ve even been served at state dinners at the White House!

⚠ Prop 65 Warning

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?

Short answer: YES!

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Overall rating: 4.623736 / 5 from 1879 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Island Creek Oysters from Duxbury, MA, are highly recommended for their excellent quality, complex flavor, and perfect size. Customers rave about the briny taste, the unique experience, and the top-notch service. Shipping is also praised for its speed and efficiency.

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  • Island Creek Oysters (4%): It was highlighted by customers that Island Creek Oysters are highly recommended and they love the oysters.
  • Oyster Quality (61%): Many customers stated that the oysters from Island Creek are great, delicious, and of excellent quality.
  • Oyster Brine (4%): It was noted by customers that the brine of the oysters was perfect and had a great flavor.
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Review highlights

  • "The best oysters I’ve had came from island creek oysters fresh and fast delivery I was very satisfied will order again." — Cesar A.
  • "ICO sets the bar with the highest quality products, fast shipping and great service." — Joe P.
  • "Loved the flavor and brine, easy to shuck, all oysters came still cold and alive" — THOMAS C.

Reviews

Another wonderful experience with Island

"Another wonderful experience with Island Creek! FedEx dropped the ball on our delivery, but IC made it right with a new shipment sent out on the day of our choosing. We often buy oysters from other farms when we order from IC - variety is the spice of life! - but there's something special about these original Island Creeks, and we keep coming back to them. Thanks for the great customer service!"

— Anne E. (5/5)

Another perfect shipment

"Once again perfectly cold oysters arrived for the fourth of July all the way to Idaho. Great packaging kept the oysters cold and I appreciate the little tempurature sensor they ship with them. Oysters arrive pretty dirty but nothing a quick rinse won't fix. Order arrived on schedule"

— Graham R. (5/5)

Summer delight

"Tender and not too briny Very easy to shuck with a nice deep cup. Great slurping, along with a good hot sauce and some cold brews on a nice summer day"

— Albert P. (5/5)

Delectable Delivery

"This was a beautiful delivery of 50 Island Creek oysters. They were in excellent condition upon delivery and very delicious! Highly recommend Island Creek Oysters!"

— Brian H. (5/5)

Minor shipping issue, great customer service

"I live in the boonies and so shipping fresh seafood comes with a little bit of a risk. Last year we ordered 100 Oysters and they got delayed and then misplaced and found a few days later, warm and inedible. Refunded, no questions asked. This year the delivery was on time but we didn't receive a second pound of crab meat. Refunded, no questions asked. These guys are the best when it comes to customer service."

— Eric B. (5/5)

Wonderful large oysters

"Penny’s large oysters from Yarmouth ME were delicious. They have a sweet taste with a burst of salinity."

— Hank W. (5/5)

Good but not great

"Taste good! Super Fresh and crisp. Salinity good, a bit more than I like. My 4/5 stems from size. Too small for me! But if you Love super small these are for you! I like just a bit more meat. Tougher than most to shuck. Not disappointing but like others better!"

— Loranne M. (4/5)

Small Oysters?

"I have been eating island creek oysters for years. Never saw oysters this small. Also, out of the 2 dozen I ordered for july 4, 2 were empty."

— Cometa (1/5)

A little disappointing

"These were delicious, but not just small - closer to tiny. I have enjoyed every Island Creek order in the past, but these were below expectations. They were at a special discounted price, but just barely worth it."

— Ron P. (3/5)

Great product, as always

"If you're feeling *very* hungry for oysters, you can't go wrong with 2 dozen Island Creeks. My girlfriend had a blast shucking them (she's never done that before) and, of course, we had a better time eating them. Will do this again. Also looking forward to chomping down on those U10 scallops."

— Peter M. (5/5)

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