How to Eat Caviar
Caviar is easier to eat than the mythology around it suggests. Most "caviar etiquette" is hotel marketing or first-timer anxiety. The actual rules are few, and they're about taste, not ceremony.
The cheapest tin of premium sturgeon caviar we sell. 14g of Siberian — bold, mineral, the species that opens the spectrum away from the buttery profiles of Osetra and Kaluga.
Siberian (Acipenser baerii) is the best-value entry into authentic premium sturgeon. The pearls are smaller than Osetra or Kaluga, the flavour bolder and more mineral. Where the more expensive species lean buttery and refined, Siberian leans toward marine and structural. There's more pop on the palate — the pearls hold their shape rather than dissolving.
This 14g size exists for two specific buyers. First, anyone wanting to taste Siberian specifically before committing to a 28g or 56g — the species has a polarising profile, and a 14g tin lets you test it without overcommitting. Second, anyone looking for the cheapest possible entry into premium sturgeon caviar without compromising on what "premium" means — Siberian is graded and processed identically to Osetra, just from a different species.
Pair with chilled dry martinis, a sharp Sancerre, or sparkling water if you want the species unaccompanied.
Nutritional information,
per 100g:
Energy, 1093 kJ / 235 kcal
Fat, 13.0 g
- of which: Saturates, 8.9 g
Carbohydrate, 2.6 g
- of which: Sugars, 0.0 g
Fiber, 0 g
Protein, 26.8 g
Salt, 3.5 g
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faq
How should I choose the right caviar size?
For a first tasting or a small garnish, choose 14g or 28g. For two people, 56g is a great size. For hosting, gifting, or a full caviar service, we recommend 125g or 250g.
How much caviar do I need per person?
For tasting, plan around 14g per person. For a generous serving or caviar service, plan 28g–56g per person, depending on how it will be served.
What is the difference between Kaluga Hybrid, Beluga Hybrid, Osetra, Siberian, and White Sturgeon caviar?
Each caviar has its own flavor profile. Kaluga Hybrid is smooth, buttery, and refined. Beluga Hybrid is delicate, creamy, and luxurious. Osetra is nutty and complex. Siberian is bold, briny, and classic. White Sturgeon is clean, elegant, and approachable.
How should I store caviar?
Keep caviar refrigerated at all times. Store it in the coldest part of your refrigerator and avoid freezing. Once opened, enjoy it as soon as possible for the best flavor and texture.
What does caviar pair well with?
Caviar pairs beautifully with blinis, crème fraîche, caviar butter, potato chips, soft-boiled eggs, champagne, dry sparkling wine, or chilled vodka.
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How much caviar per person
The single most common mistake first-time caviar buyers make is under-buying. They see the price per tin and order the smallest size, expecting a small tin of an expensive food to go a long way. It doesn't. Caviar is meant to be tasted in real portions — 10 to 15 grams per bite — and those portions add up quickly.
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