Caviar Species
From the legendary Beluga to the sustainable Siberian, discover the sturgeon species behind the world's finest caviar.
Beluga
Huso husoThe king of caviar. Beluga produces the largest eggs (up to 3mm) with a rich, buttery flavor and smooth, creamy texture. True Beluga caviar is extremely rare due to overfishing and conservation concerns.
Osetra
Acipenser gueldenstaedtiiOften called the "golden caviar," Osetra offers a complex, nutty flavor with a firm texture. Eggs range from golden to dark brown. Russian Osetra is considered the most prestigious variety.
Sevruga
Acipenser stellatusThe most abundant of the classic Caspian caviars. Sevruga eggs are smaller but packed with intense, briny flavor. Excellent value for those seeking authentic Caspian character.
Kaluga
Huso dauricusOften called "River Beluga," Kaluga produces large, rich eggs similar to Beluga but at a more accessible price point. Originally from the Amur River region, now primarily farm-raised.
Amur
Acipenser schrenckiiFrom the Amur River in Russia and China, this species produces caviar with a distinctive, slightly sweet flavor profile. A newer entrant to the premium caviar market.
Siberian
Acipenser baeriiThe workhorse of modern caviar production. Siberian sturgeon adapts well to aquaculture and produces consistent, quality caviar with a clean, fresh flavor. Excellent entry point to premium caviar.
White Sturgeon
Acipenser transmontanusNative to North America, White Sturgeon produces caviar with a delicate, slightly sweet flavor. The largest freshwater fish in North America, farmed primarily in California and Idaho.
Sterlet
Acipenser ruthenusOne of the smallest sturgeon species, producing tiny, delicate eggs. Sterlet caviar has a refined, subtle flavor and was historically a Russian aristocracy favorite.