Kaluga and Amur Caviar
Kaluga and Amur caviar is considered a fine alternative to the prestigious Beluga, distinguished mainly by its lower cost. The Kaluga sturgeon inhabits only the Amur River and its tributaries, located between Russia and China.
The main farms for this sturgeon are in Yidu, China. While its caviar is very similar to Beluga, it has a slightly less delicate flavor. Kaluga eggs are notable for their shades ranging from brown to golden.
Sensory Characteristics of Kaluga and Amur Caviar
Species: Acipenser dauricus x Schrenki
Color: Shades from brown to golden
Egg size: approx. 3.0 – 3.1 mm
Sturgeon age: 10–11 years
Aroma: No strong odors
Texture: Firm, compact eggs
Flavor: Balanced and harmonious
Royal Kaluga vs. Amur
Within the CaviarEat catalog, two Kaluga caviar variants are available, differing in egg size, sturgeon age, and quality level:
Royal Kaluga: sturgeon aged 10–12 years, eggs measuring 3.0 – 3.3 mm
Amur: sturgeon aged 10 years, eggs around 3.0 mm
