Live European Blue Lobster

In addition to their obvious difference in color, European Blue Lobsters are refreshingly distinct from the quintessential Maine Lobster in a number of ways. Their flavor is even more concentrated...

In addition to their obvious difference in color, European Blue Lobsters are refreshingly distinct from the quintessential Maine Lobster in a number of ways. Their flavor is even more concentrated and intense—sweet like Maine Lobster but a bit more assertively briny as well. The meat is more tender, tucked beneath a thicker shell, imparting even more baseline succulence. When cooked, their color will transform back to a familiar red hue, and they are just as versatile in finished dishes.

These gorgeous crustaceans are kept alive and well in our state-of-the-art tanks, and swiftly shipped to you live.

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Flavor

A more concentrated expression of lobster—sweet and deeply savory, with a pronounced briny minerality. Compared to Maine lobster, European blue lobster is slightly richer and more complex, with less water content and a cleaner, more ocean-driven finish.

Sourcing

Wild-caught from the cold, rocky waters of the Eastern Atlantic—primarily along the coasts of France. These lobsters (Homarus gammarus) are harvested in low volumes and handled with care, then held live to preserve peak quality and vitality.

Uses

Highly versatile and chef-friendly—suited for both classic and modern applications:

Butter-poached tail with minimal garnish
Split and grilled over open flame
Lobster thermidor or refined bisques
Crudo or lightly poached preparations to highlight texture
Elevated surf & turf applications

The firm structure makes it especially well-suited for grilling and composed plating, where integrity of the meat matters.

Shipping Information

Perishable

This item will be overnighted to you in order to maintain its quality. If any item in your cart is perishable, your entire order will be overnighted. Exceptionally large shipments may incur additional charges.

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