{"product_id":"beluga-hybrid-caviar","title":"Beluga Hybrid Caviar","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndulge in the exceptional richness of \u003cstrong\u003eBeluga Hybrid Caviar\u003c\/strong\u003e, a premium single-origin caviar produced in Romania from \u003cstrong\u003eHuso huso × Acipenser ruthenus\u003c\/strong\u003e, a hybrid traditionally known as \u003cem\u003ebester\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cross combines a female Beluga (\u003cem\u003eHuso huso\u003c\/em\u003e) with a male Sterlet (\u003cem\u003eAcipenser ruthenus\u003c\/em\u003e), producing roe that takes after the Beluga mother in both size and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat truly distinguishes this caviar is time. While most farmed caviar is harvested at first maturity, Urbani’s Beluga Hybrid is carried through a \u003cstrong\u003esecond reproductive cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e, reaching approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8–10 years in the water\u003c\/strong\u003e before harvest. This extended grow-out allows the pearls to develop their exceptional \u003cstrong\u003e3.4–3.6 mm size\u003c\/strong\u003e, placing them within the grain-size range traditionally associated with true Beluga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is the \u003cstrong\u003elargest grain in the Urbani caviar selection\u003c\/strong\u003e, with beautifully distinct pearls and a naturally varied color. The dominant tone is \u003cstrong\u003edeep brown\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranging through warm walnut and bronzed shades to grey slate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the experience is equally distinctive. A \u003cstrong\u003efirm membrane delivers a clean, pronounced pop\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by an intensely rich and buttery interior. Subtle hazelnut notes and clean marine minerality develop into a long, slow finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich, elegant and made to be enjoyed with restraint, Beluga Hybrid represents the top of the Urbani caviar range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW TO SERVE IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe well chilled over ice and open the tin just before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the purest tasting experience, enjoy a small amount on its own using a \u003cstrong\u003emother-of-pearl, bone or plastic spoon\u003c\/strong\u003e. Avoid metal utensils, which may interfere with the delicate flavor of the roe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with \u003cstrong\u003eBrut or Blanc de Blancs Champagne, ice-cold neutral vodka, dry Riesling or Junmai Daiginjo sake\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW TO STORE IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefrigerate immediately upon arrival and keep the caviar between \u003cstrong\u003e28°–32°F (-2° to 0°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the tin consistently well chilled and \u003cstrong\u003enever freeze\u003c\/strong\u003e, as freezing can damage the grain and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe directly from refrigeration and keep the tin over ice during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW WE SHIP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship overnight in an insulated box with ice packs to help maintain the cold chain and protect the quality of the caviar throughout transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORIGIN \u0026amp; TRACEABILITY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Beluga Hybrid Caviar is \u003cstrong\u003efarm-raised in Romania on the Lower Danube\u003c\/strong\u003e and comes from a single-origin production program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll sturgeon species are regulated under \u003cstrong\u003eCITES\u003c\/strong\u003e, and each legitimate tin carries documentation identifying the species, aquaculture source, country of origin, harvest year, registered processing facility and traceable batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is clearly identified and sold as \u003cstrong\u003eBeluga Hybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflecting its Huso huso × Acipenser ruthenus parentage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Urbani Truffles","offers":[{"title":"1 oz \/ 28 gr","offer_id":71264620970237,"sku":"CAVBEHY0028","price":144.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.76oz \/ 50 gr","offer_id":71264621003005,"sku":"CAVBEHY0050","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.5oz \/ 100 gr","offer_id":71302448480509,"sku":null,"price":460.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0049\/4731\/2686\/files\/AI-beluga_hybrid.jpg?v=1788897894","url":"https:\/\/urbani.com\/products\/beluga-hybrid-caviar","provider":"Urbani Truffles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}