{"product_id":"besterc30t","title":"Bester Classic - 30g (Tin)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eBester Caviar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eImported by \u003cstrong data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"329\"\u003eAquatir SA\u003c\/strong\u003e and sourced from \u003cstrong data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"378\"\u003eAquatir Farm SRL in Moldova\u003c\/strong\u003e, our Bester caviar comes from the hybrid \u003cem data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"452\"\u003eHuso huso × Acipenser ruthenus\u003c\/em\u003e. Carefully cultivated in controlled freshwater aquaculture, this species delivers a unique balance of flavour and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"600\"\u003eClassic Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"734\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"634\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"634\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"615\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grey to charcoal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"675\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"675\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eGrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-sized, firm pearls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"734\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"690\"\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced, creamy, with a gentle brininess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"886\"\u003eBester Classic caviar offers a refined, approachable experience — ideal for both first-time tasters and professional chefs seeking consistent quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"919\"\u003ePumped \/ No-Kill Method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eAquatir Classics\u003c\/strong\u003e are produced using the pumped, no-kill method. Eggs are gently extracted while the fish remains alive, allowing the sturgeon to continue producing roe every 1–2 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003eThis approach is highly sustainable, ethical, and modern, resulting in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eA clean, consistent flavour profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003eUniform grain quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eAlignment with responsible aquaculture practices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eAbout the Sturgeon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eSturgeon are among the oldest living fish species, dating back over \u003cstrong data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e200 million years\u003c\/strong\u003e. These slow-growing freshwater fish are raised with care and patience, which contributes to the premium quality of the caviar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 50–100 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eTime to egg maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003eSterlet: 7–9 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eRussian Sturgeon: 10–12 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003eBeluga: 18–22 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eThese long growth cycles are a defining factor in the caviar’s value and delicacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eTo maintain optimal quality and flavour:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eKeep sealed until service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003eAlways maintain the cold chain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003eOnce opened, wrap tightly with cling film so it touches the caviar surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003eShelf life after opening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003eLarger tins: 2–3 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003e10g tins: same-day consumption recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003eNever freeze caviar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aquatir","offers":[{"title":"Classic \/ Tin","offer_id":43899706671194,"sku":"BESC-30-TIN-NP","price":1602.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/1873\/8010\/files\/BESC30T-Large.png?v=1787584216","url":"https:\/\/aquatirsa.com\/products\/besterc30t","provider":"Aquatir SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}