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 centerpiece Siberian. 250g for hosting eight to twelve guests — the largest single-tin format of the species experienced buyers tend to settle on after tasting through the lineup.
Siberian (Acipenser baerii) at 250g is the connoisseur's hosting choice. The species is more polarising than Osetra, more structural than Kaluga, and at this size, it makes a statement about the host's taste rather than just their budget. Guests who recognise Siberian will appreciate the choice immediately. Guests who don't will learn something about the category.
This format suits specific occasions: dinner parties where the host is genuinely enthusiastic about caviar (rather than just buying it for the gesture), industry events where attendees know the difference between species, business dinners with senior people in food and hospitality. The 250g Siberian rewards an audience that pays attention.
The mineral, clean profile means the species doesn't fatigue across multiple servings. Guests can return to the tin three or four times during the evening without the experience becoming heavy. The smaller pearls and structural finish keep it interesting from the first spoonful to the last.
Serve in a single chilled bowl on crushed ice. Provide one mother-of-pearl spoon for the table. Pair with aged Champagne, crisp dry Rieslings, or martini service for guests who want spirit pairings. Skip cream-based accompaniments.
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.
Caviar 101
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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