Reserve Kaluga Caviar

Reserve Kaluga Caviar (Huso dauricus x Acipenser schrenckii) is a hybrid of Kaluga and Amur sturgeon, sustainably raised in the fresh waters of the Amur River basin. This Reserve grade features large, firm pearls with a radiant amber-to-gold shimmer. It is celebrated for its rich, buttery mouthfeel and complex flavor, with notes of hazelnut and a clean, creamy finish. Kaluga is our bestselling caviar and the one most people name as their favorite after a side-by-side tasting. From $105 for a 30g tin.

Tasting notes: Rich, buttery, and creamy with large firm pearls, hazelnut depth, and a long, clean finish.

Sourcing: Responsibly farm-raised in the Amur River basin. Like all caviar legally sold today, ours comes from regulated, CITES-compliant aquaculture rather than wild harvest.

How much do I need? Serving guide:

• 30g: serves 1–2 (tasting for one or two)
• 50g: serves 2–3 (date night or small plate)
• 125g: serves 4–6 (dinner party)
• 250g: serves 10–12 (celebration)
• 500g: serves 20–25 (large event)

A good rule of thumb is about 15–30g per person as an appetizer.

Serving suggestions: Serve chilled over a bed of crushed ice. Use a mother-of-pearl or bone spoon to avoid metallic interference with the flavor.

Freshness & storage: Packed to order and handled with the utmost care. Keep sealed and refrigerated for 4–6 weeks. Once opened, enjoy within 48–72 hours for peak flavor.

Frequently asked questions

What does Kaluga caviar taste like?
Rich and buttery with notably large, firm pearls, a hazelnut depth and a long clean finish. Indulgent without being overpowering.

What is Kaluga hybrid caviar?
A cross of the Kaluga sturgeon and Amur sturgeon, farmed for large, firm pearls and a buttery richness. Kaluga is sometimes called "River Beluga" in the trade because of its pearl size, though it is a distinct species.

How is Reserve Kaluga different from Grand Cru Kaluga?
Grand Cru is our premium Kaluga, a higher grade with larger, glossier pearls and a silkier, longer finish. Reserve is our everyday Kaluga: rich, buttery and firm-pearled, and our bestselling tin.

How does Kaluga compare to Ossetra?
Kaluga is bolder and creamier with larger pearls; Ossetra (also spelled Osetra) is nuttier and more refined. Read the full Ossetra vs Kaluga comparison.

Where does it come from?
Responsibly managed sturgeon aquaculture in the Amur River basin, under CITES regulations.

How should I store it?
Keep sealed and refrigerated; unopened it lasts 4–6 weeks. Once opened, enjoy within 48–72 hours.

How is it shipped?
Order by 1 PM Eastern (noon Central), Monday through Thursday, and your tin ships the same day for next-day delivery. We ship Monday through Thursday only, and never on U.S. holidays, so orders around a holiday go out on the next available shipping day. Free overnight shipping on orders $89 and over.

Why a mother-of-pearl spoon?
Metal can oxidize the roe and add a metallic taste. Mother-of-pearl, bone, or glass keeps the flavor pure.

To ensure your Caviére selection arrives in pristine condition, we ship via Priority Overnight in premium thermal insulation with specialized ice packs, maintaining the optimal temperature from our boutique to your door.

Shipping is free on all orders of $89 or more. Orders under $89 ship for a flat $35 rate.

Delivery Details:

Ordering: Place your order by 1 PM Eastern (noon Central), Monday through Thursday, and it ships the same day for next-day delivery.

Shipping days: We ship Monday through Thursday only, so your caviar never sits in a warm warehouse over a weekend.

Holidays: We do not ship on U.S. holidays, and carriers do not deliver on them. If a holiday falls on one of our shipping days, your order ships the next available shipping day.

Perishables: Shipped via Priority Overnight, free on orders $89 and over, otherwise a flat $35.

Accessories: Non-perishable items ship via Ground service, included free on orders $89 and over.

Availability: We currently ship to the United States.