EAST COAST
Peconic Gold (Long Island, N.Y.)
These oysters are attention-getting for their shells, which have deep cups and a reddish-gold hue, thanks to the minerals in Peconic Bay. “They’re what you’d call a New York oyster that’s benefiting from the modern aquaculture techniques,” says Herron.
Flavor Creamy, with medium salinity and a sweet-and-smoky finish