Beluga Hybrid Caviar

Indulge in the exceptional richness of Beluga Hybrid Caviar, a premium single-origin caviar produced in Romania from Huso huso × Acipenser ruthenus, a hybrid traditionally known as bester.

The cross combines a female Beluga (Huso huso) with a male Sterlet (Acipenser ruthenus), producing roe that takes after the Beluga mother in both size and texture.

What truly distinguishes this caviar is time. While most farmed caviar is harvested at first maturity, Urbani’s Beluga Hybrid is carried through a second reproductive cycle, reaching approximately 8–10 years in the water before harvest. This extended grow-out allows the pearls to develop their exceptional 3.4–3.6 mm size, placing them within the grain-size range traditionally associated with true Beluga.

The result is the largest grain in the Urbani caviar selection, with beautifully distinct pearls and a naturally varied color. The dominant tone is deep brown, ranging through warm walnut and bronzed shades to grey slate.

On the palate, the experience is equally distinctive. A firm membrane delivers a clean, pronounced pop, followed by an intensely rich and buttery interior. Subtle hazelnut notes and clean marine minerality develop into a long, slow finish.

Rich, elegant and made to be enjoyed with restraint, Beluga Hybrid represents the top of the Urbani caviar range.

HOW TO SERVE IT

Serve well chilled over ice and open the tin just before serving.

For the purest tasting experience, enjoy a small amount on its own using a mother-of-pearl, bone or plastic spoon. Avoid metal utensils, which may interfere with the delicate flavor of the roe.

Rather than chewing, gently press the pearls against the roof of the mouth and allow them to burst. The initial pop gives way gradually to the caviar’s characteristic buttery richness and long finish.

Pair with Brut or Blanc de Blancs Champagne, ice-cold neutral vodka, dry Riesling or Junmai Daiginjo sake.

HOW TO STORE IT

Refrigerate immediately upon arrival and keep the caviar between 28°–32°F (-2° to 0°C).

Keep the tin consistently well chilled and never freeze, as freezing can damage the grain and texture.

Serve directly from refrigeration and keep the tin over ice during service.

HOW WE SHIP

We ship overnight in an insulated box with ice packs to help maintain the cold chain and protect the quality of the caviar throughout transit.

ORIGIN & TRACEABILITY

Our Beluga Hybrid Caviar is farm-raised in Romania on the Lower Danube and comes from a single-origin production program.

All sturgeon species are regulated under CITES, and each legitimate tin carries documentation identifying the species, aquaculture source, country of origin, harvest year, registered processing facility and traceable batch.

The product is clearly identified and sold as Beluga Hybrid, reflecting its Huso huso × Acipenser ruthenus parentage.

Overnight Orders (Perishable & Non-Perishable)

To ship your order the same day, select Overnight Shipping at checkout and place your order by 3 PM EST / 12 PM PST.
Orders placed after that time will ship the next business day.

Friday Orders

Orders placed on Friday by 3 PM EST / 12 PM PST will ship the same day only if “Saturday Delivery” is selected at checkout (premium fee applies).
All other Friday orders will ship the next business day (Monday).