Beluga Caviar
Beluga Caviar is considered the most prestigious type of caviar and is known for its large, glossy eggs with a creamy, buttery flavor. It is sourced from the beluga sturgeon, which is found in the Caspian Sea and can weigh over 1,500 pounds.
The quality of beluga caviar is determined by the size, color, and texture of the eggs. The best quality beluga caviar has eggs that are firm, glossy, and consistent in size and color. The eggs are typically very large and range in color from light gray to black. The taste is often described as rich, buttery, and creamy, with a slightly nutty or sweet aftertaste.
There are different grades of Beluga caviar, the most common are:
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Malossol: It refers to caviar that is lightly salted, preserving the delicate and pure taste of the caviar.
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Gueldenstaedtii: It refers to caviar that comes from the endangered beluga sturgeon, it is considered a delicacy and is highly prized.
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Royal: It refers to caviar that is considered the best quality, it has large eggs, a light grey color and a smooth texture, the taste is delicate, buttery and nutty.
It is important to note that due to overfishing and habitat destruction, beluga caviar is now considered an endangered species and is heavily regulated. So it is considered a luxury item.
Oscietra caviar
Oscietra caviar is a type of caviar that is known for its nutty and buttery flavor, with a slightly briny finish. It is sourced from the Oscietra sturgeon and can be found in both the Caspian and Black Seas.
There are different qualities of Oscietra caviar, depending on the size, color and taste of the eggs, and the way it is prepared.
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Classic Oscietra Caviar: This type of Oscietra caviar is known for its medium-sized eggs with a light golden to brown color. It has a nutty and buttery flavor, with a slightly briny finish.
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Royal Oscietra Caviar: This type of Oscietra caviar is considered to be of higher quality than the classic variety. It has larger eggs with a darker color, ranging from light olive to brown. The flavor is more intense, nutty and buttery, with a hint of creaminess.
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Golden Oscietra Caviar: This type of Oscietra caviar is considered to be the rarest and most prestigious. It has large, light-yellow eggs with a buttery and nutty flavor, with a hint of sweetness.
The quality of Oscietra caviar is often determined by the size and color of the eggs, as well as the flavor and texture. The best Oscietra caviar is considered to be firm, glossy, and with a consistent size and color. The taste notes are nutty, buttery, briny, creamy, and smooth.
It is also important to note that the way caviar is prepared and packed can have an impact on its quality, taste, and texture. Traditionally, caviar is salted, packed in tins or jars, and stored in a cool place.
Kaluga Caviar
Kaluga Caviar is a type of caviar that is known for its large, glossy eggs with a creamy, buttery flavor. It is sourced from the Kaluga hybrid sturgeon, which is a cross between the Amur and Huso Dauricus sturgeons and found in the Amur River. The Kaluga hybrid sturgeon is known for producing eggs that are similar in size and color to Beluga caviar, but with a slightly milder flavor.
Quality of Kaluga caviar is determined by the size, color and texture of the eggs, as well as the flavor. The best Kaluga caviar is considered to be firm, glossy, and with a consistent size and color. The flavor profile is rich, buttery, and nutty with a slight briny undertone.
Kaluga caviar is considered to be a premium caviar, and is often compared to Beluga caviar due to its similar flavor profile and large egg size. It can be enjoyed as a standalone delicacy or as an accompaniment to seafood dishes.
It is important to note that the Kaluga hybrid sturgeon is considered to be a sustainable choice, as it is farmed and not harvested from wild stocks.
Baerii Caviar
Baerii Caviar is a type of caviar that is sourced from the Baerii sturgeon, also known as the Siberian sturgeon. This type of caviar is known for its large, glossy eggs with a nutty and buttery flavor, with a slightly briny finish. It is considered to be of high quality and is often compared to Oscietra Caviar in terms of flavor and texture.
The quality of Baerii Caviar is determined by the size and color of the eggs, as well as the flavor and texture. The best Baerii Caviar is considered to be firm, glossy, and with a consistent size and color. It is also considered to be a sustainable alternative to wild caviar, as it is often farmed.
The taste notes of Baerii Caviar are nutty and buttery, with a slightly briny finish. It is considered to be a versatile caviar that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a variety of foods, such as seafood, meats, or vegetables.
It is considered a very good caviar, and it is also a more affordable option than the traditional beluga caviar, oscietra caviar, and sevruga caviar.
