White Sturgeon Caviar

White Sturgeon Caviar (Acipenser transmontanus) is the gentlest caviar we sell and the one we hand to first-time buyers. Medium pearls with a soft grey-to-charcoal sheen give a clean, satisfying pop, and the flavor is smooth, buttery and lightly sweet with a nutty finish and very little of the sharp brine that catches new palates off guard. If you are buying caviar online for the first time and want something forgiving, start here. From $99 for a 30g tin.

Tasting notes: Smooth, buttery and lightly sweet, with medium pearls, a clean pop and a gentle nutty finish.

Sourcing: Responsibly farm-raised sturgeon. 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: Enjoy straight from a mother-of-pearl spoon, or serve chilled on warm blinis, toasted brioche or a salted potato chip with crème fraîche. Pairs wonderfully with Champagne or chilled vodka.

Freshness & storage: Packed fresh to order and shipped cold. Keep sealed and refrigerated for 4–6 weeks. Once opened, enjoy within 48–72 hours for peak flavor.

Frequently asked questions

What does White Sturgeon caviar taste like?
Smooth, buttery and mild, with a light sweetness and a clean nutty finish. It is the least briny caviar in our lineup.

Is White Sturgeon a good caviar for beginners?
Yes, it is our top recommendation for a first tin. It is approachable without being simple. More in our guide to the best caviar for beginners.

How is it different from Ossetra or Kaluga?
White Sturgeon is the mildest and smoothest, Ossetra (also spelled Osetra) is nuttier and more complex, and Kaluga is the boldest and creamiest with the largest pearls. Compare all three in our species guide.

Where does it come from?
From responsibly managed sturgeon aquaculture, the standard for all caviar legally sold today under CITES regulations.

How should I store it and how long does it last?
Keep it 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.

Is caviar gluten-free?
Yes, caviar is naturally gluten-free. Accompaniments such as blinis are not.

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.