What is the best lobster you can buy?

The best lobsters are Grade A. The highest grade is given to those with hard shells. They have the most meat. The shells are hard because time has passed since the molting of the old shell.

Does Costco sell lobster?

1.25 lb Live Lobsters. Total net weight: 7.5 lb. Live Lobster direct from Maine shores. Wild Caught, Cold Water Atlantic.

How much does it cost to buy a giant lobster?

Boston-based wholesaler Yankee Lobster Company, lists whole jumbo lobsters that weigh 6 pounds or more at $10.99 pound, while online retailer Maine Lobster Now lists 10- to 15-pound lobsters at about $20 per pound.

Is frozen lobster as good as fresh?

No problem. Even experienced lobster eaters have a difficult time telling the difference between cryogenically frozen Maine lobster and the freshly cooked variety, according to the results of blind taste tests. “They will be able to use a frozen product that tastes as good and has a longer shelf life.”

Where does Costco lobster come from?

Costco sells two lobster types most familiar to consumers: spiny (warm water) and clawed (cold water). Most spiny lobsters are sourced from the Bahamas, Nicaragua and Honduras, while the clawed variety is from the Atlantic waters near Maine and eastern Canada.

How old is a 40 lb lobster?

The largest lobsters that we know of or have seen have weighed 35 to 40 pounds. It takes lobsters an average of 5 to 7 years (depending on the water temperature) to grow to legal size, and they grow more slowly as they get larger.

How much does it cost to get Maine lobsters delivered?

You don’t have to worry about paying too much to have live Maine lobster delivered to your doorstep, either, because shipping is free on orders of $100 or more. Order your live lobsters for home delivery today through our secure website now.

Is it possible to get live lobster from Maine?

We hear this question quite frequently, and the answer is “yes.” Our system ensures your Maine lobster arrives at your door alive and ready to be prepared. The cool temperatures at our facility translate to a lobster delivery that will exceed your expectations. Order live Maine lobster — shipped to your door — for a delicious, memorable experience.

How big is a deuce lobster in Maine?

As you probably guessed, deuces are lobsters that weigh a solid two pounds. Lobsters of this size will give you and your guests an idea of what it’s like to enjoy lobster in our own backyard in Maine.