Harvested in the deeper regions of the surf zone, 4 to 8 metres, the imposing Storm Shell has a distinctive angular shell which is white with pale straw coloured bands. The smoother deep cupped shell holds a clam which is almost two separate parts – a long pearl white tongue and a deep ochre coloured body. With a total meat to shell ratio of more than 30%, the Storm Shell is unique in the world of shellfish. Ideal for use in single serves on the half shell or alone as meat and tongue, the Storm Shell is versatile, interesting and unique.
Taste Profile
The Storm Shell has two distinctive and different flavours. The long white tongue has a deep, rich aroma of fresh cream and a sweet flavour of clean, fresh scallops. The body has a deep, robust sea kelp aroma and an intense shellfish flavour, reminiscent of sea urchin and crayfish.
Grades
STANDARD Approx 10-12 pieces per kg
LARGE Approx 6-8 pieces per kg
Cloudy Bay Clams premium NZ Storm Shell Clams are available in the following formats:
• Loose-Live: Wild-caught Sustainably Sourced Premium NZ Loose-Live Storm Shell Clams
| • MAP-Live: Wild-caught, sustainably sourced premium NZ MAP-Live Storm Shell Clams with a 10-day shelf life. Available in 1kg retail-ready packaging. | ![]() |
• Frozen Format: Wild-caught, sustainably sourced premium NZ IQF Frozen Storm Shell Clams (1kg packs with a 2-year shelf-life)
New retail-ready packaging coming soon!
