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Spring Creek Oysters from Barnstable, MA
Spring Creek Oysters from Barnstable, MA
Spring Creek Oysters from Barnstable, MA
Spring Creek Oysters from Barnstable, MA
Spring Creek Oysters from Barnstable, MA
Spring Creek Oysters from Barnstable, MA
Spring Creek Oysters from Barnstable, MA
Spring Creek Oysters from Barnstable, MA
Spring Creek Oysters from Barnstable, MA
Spring Creek Oysters from Barnstable, MA

Spring Creek Oysters from Barnstable, MA

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Farmer: Paul Hamlin

Size: ~

They have a beautifully delicate and mild flavor. It’s a big lease, so the oysters are planted at a very low density. They also get all of the best nutrients the surrounding creeks have to offer, so they have thick shells and great meat texture. If the Moon Shoals, which are grown nearby but further out into the bay, are rock stars (with knock your socks off fruit, salt, and cream) the Spring Creeks are ballerinas — beautiful, complex, and sweet.

About Spring Creek Oysters

Harvest location: Barnstable, MA

How they’re grown: Like many Barnstable oysters, the Spring Creeks are grown above the sand in rack and bags (their nursery) and are moved to trays (final grow out). They are tumbled at various points in the process to promote their nice deep cup and round shape.

Why they’re unique: Barnstable Harbor’s drastic tides (14 feet) are a contributing factor to the flavor imparted onto these wonderful bivalves. The tides bring in salty ocean water and pull nutrient rich water from the marsh.

Story: Coming from a family of farmers and shellfisherman, Paul has been on the water working with oysters and clams his entire life! Paul graduated from Massachusetts Maritime Academy in 2010 and started his farm in Barnstable soon thereafter, following in the footsteps of his parents. Paul has been steadily growing his operation since then, as he looks to expand into new acreage as family members retire.

⚠ 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: 4.6666665 / 5 from 24 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Spring Creek Oysters from Barnstable, MA are known for their delicate and mild flavor, praised by customers for their freshness and unique taste. Grown in the unique tidal conditions of Barnstable Harbor, these oysters offer a complex and sweet experience. They are cultivated by Paul Hamlin, a seasoned farmer and shellfisherman, who has been growing his operation since 2010.

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Review highlights

  • "Easy to shuck, good liquor, nice size as described, plump and perfect flavor." — Gregory A.
  • "Perfect size with excellent taste." — Dansie
  • "Loved the Spring Creek Oyster, First time getting this one and will order again" — Stephen K.

Reviews

That is my last time

"That is my last time I’ll order oysters online . Very hard to open and half of the oysters were throw aways . I was really disappointed. After third day I just tossed what was left in the trash ."

— Jim B. (1/5)

Fresh and Delicious

"Great price, came super fast, very fresh! They kept well in my fridge under a wet towel for ~5 days until I could finish them all. Absolutely delicious, will be ordering more soon!"

— Peter M. (5/5)

Perfect size with excellent taste.

"Perfect size with excellent taste. I usually like to broil the oysters for about a minute. But we ate 90% of them raw and they were great. Will definitely be ordering more."

— Dansie (5/5)

These were one of the

"These were one of the best oysters I be had. They were little jewels. My whole family wen thru the 100 on minutes. Thanks for giving us the opportunity to have them. Thanks Alice"

— Alice S. (5/5)

Deliciously perfect

"I’m so happy I ordered these oysters. I’m terrible describing the flavor but these oysters had a smooth sweet ending flavor. They arrived on Saturday here in SC, we didn’t start cracking until Sunday and finished them off on Monday. Every single oyster was fresh! I will definitely order again! Thank you so much."

— Jennifer H. (5/5)

Great Oyster

"Loved the Spring Creek Oyster, First time getting this one and will order again"

— Stephen K. (5/5)

Nice Salinity

"These Spring Creek Oysters were just as described. Easy to open, slightly sweet but with a nice minerality and salinity flavor profile. Very enjoyable on their own as well as with a Sherry Mignonette. The salinity was great with a homemade cocktail sauce!"

— Trey S. (5/5)

Great product and service

"Couldn’t have been happier with our experience with Spring Creek Oysters! Considering we are on the other side of the country the oysters we FRESH and ice packs still completely frozen, not a single dead soldier out of the 100. The quality and taste of the oysters was on point and also the shells were very clean which mean only a quick rinse was needed before chucking. We will be ordering again for sure!"

— Jim S. (5/5)

Don't pass these up

"Great size, deep juicy sockets, very meaty and very flavorful...... best I've had!"

— Paul M. (5/5)

High quality...

"Out of a batch of 50, only one was bad. Generally they are all good. I shucked while my wife killed it. I think she had 48 and I had 1."

— Kenneth R. (5/5)

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