Choose black caviar

The color associated with different types of caviars is more than a simple color difference. These colors also represent different sizes of the roe, different textures and different tastes. Some people like all types of caviars, however, there are a discerning few who consider one color or taste to be superior. Let's begin with black caviar. This type of roe can come from a number of different fish but the color is mainly associated with the beluga sturgeon and the herring. Off the coast of Spain, companies have begun harvesting Avruga from the herring fish. In a pearlescent black color, this type is considered to be a close second to the roe from beluga sturgeon. Beluga is considered to be the best black caviar, for superior taste and texture. However, with the diminishing numbers of beluga sturgeon, harvesters have begun to look for close substitutes.

Salmon is one of many fish that create red or orange colored roe. These types of caviars are usually of smaller sized eggs and with a somewhat saltier taste. Red caviar has a full flavor, though when serving it you should not serve with salted crackers or salty spreads as this can overpower the caviar itself. In addition to red caviar, roe can range in color from albino or white to black. White roe from the beluga sturgeon is considered to be the most rare as it is from older female fish. There is a bit of acidity associated with beluga and can also be a hint of sweetness. Caviars from the beluga sturgeon are the most prized in the world, but because of over fishing, the beluga sturgeon is becoming harder to find and so producers are experimenting with roe from different types of fish.

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