Is Florida or Maine lobster better?

Although they look similar (minus the claws), the two species of lobsters are not closely related. Most believe that a Maine lobster wins the "taste" competition hands down as the taste is more pronounced and somewhat sweet while the taste of a Florida lobster is a bit blander.
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Which lobster is the best tasting?

Red Lobster buys Maine lobster live, which is how they are almost always sold. These are the most sought after type of lobster, being the most succulent and having the best texture and flavor.
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Which lobster tail is best?

Frozen Maine Lobster Tails are the Best

Full of sweet, tender lobster meat, cold water Maine tails are what every American expects lobsters to be. Their delicious taste and juicy meat, especially when fully cooked with a butter sauce, is comparable to none.
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Do spiny lobster taste like Maine lobster?

California spiny lobsters lack the pincers typical of Maine lobsters and are sweeter than their East Coast counterparts—but Americans are lucky if they ever find them on their dinner plates.
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Are Florida spiny lobsters good to eat?

As we mentioned, spiny lobster can thrown in just about anything – macaroni and cheese, an omelette, gumbo – and it tastes delicious. It's not far off from the taste of a crawfish, so its versatility in working within just about any recipe is its strong point.
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Is Maine lobster the best?

And Maine's lobster is the best… Why? Maine Lobster is the most tender, not tough, not too salty… or chewy… Because Maine Lobster comes from our cold Atlantic waters, it makes the Maine lobster meat taste sweeter than warm water lobster – spiny tail lobster tends to be chewier.
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Is Florida lobster good?

Although they look similar (minus the claws), the two species of lobsters are not closely related. Most believe that a Maine lobster wins the "taste" competition hands down as the taste is more pronounced and somewhat sweet while the taste of a Florida lobster is a bit blander.
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Which state has the best lobster?

Maine is considered the seafood capital state of the United States for those that like lobster. The entire state is respected as the place that you'll find the best lobster in the country.
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What is the sweetest lobster?

As the lobsters grow into their newly formed shell, there is a gap between the meat and the shell that seawater fills, allowing it to naturally marinate the meat. The result is the sweetest, most tender, most lobster-y lobster on earth.
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What is the sweetest lobster tail?

Maine Lobster Tails are Lobster Gram's best-selling lobster tail... and for a very good reason: Maine tails are the sweetest of all the lobster tails because they come from the cold waters of the North Atlantic. Maine lobster tails have a firm texture and a highly addictive quality!
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Is Maine lobster real lobster?

As you might guess, Maine lobsters are found in Maine. They're also known as North American and Atlantic lobsters because they live throughout the icy cold waters of the northeast. These tasty crustaceans are found as far north as Labrador in Canada and as far south as North Carolina.
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What kind of lobsters are in Florida?

Besides the Caribbean spiny lobster (Pannulirus argus), there are 3 other commonly found species of lobster in Florida, the spotted spiny lobster (Panulrius guttatus), Spanish lobster (Scyllarides aequinoctialis) and the ridged slipper lobster (Scyllarides nodifer).
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Are Florida lobsters really lobsters?

Commonly referred to as the Florida spiny lobster, the Caribbean spiny lobster inhabits tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of Mexico. Spiny lobsters get their name from the forward-pointing spines that cover their bodies to help protect them from predators.
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Where is the best lobster in the world?

Because Maine has warmer waters than Canada, their lobsters tend to be softer, allowing for more tender meat, and an overall better tasting lobster. There is no comparing the tender and sweet meat of a Maine lobster; it is the best! Cold-water lobster from Maine provides the most coveted tails in the world.
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Is Maine lobster better than Caribbean lobster?

Re: Difference between Caribbean lobster and Maine lobster? Caribbean lobster tends to be a bit "tougher" and the meat is not as sweet as Maine lobster. Of course, a lot has to do in how the lobster is prepared so there are variibles.
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What part of the US has the best seafood?

The Best Seafood Regions in America
  • Puget Sound, Washington. Pike Place Market in Seattle is ground zero for locals and visitors wanting an eye-popping glimpse into some Puget Sound seafood action. ...
  • Gulf Coast, Louisiana. ...
  • Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island. ...
  • Florida Keys, Florida.
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Which US states have the best seafood?

America's Best States for Seafood
  • #8 South Carolina. Robby C./Yelp. ...
  • #7 Hawaii. istockphoto.com. ...
  • #6 Maine. istockphoto.com. ...
  • #5 Massachusetts. istockphoto.com. ...
  • #4 Alaska. istockphoto.com. ...
  • #3 Louisiana. Photo Modified: Flickr/ Louisiana Sea Grant College Program/ CC4.0. ...
  • #2 Florida. istockphoto.com. ...
  • #1 California. istockphoto.com.
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What is the best month for lobster in Maine?

While the stalwart fisherman of Maine can be found lobstering pretty much year round, peak Maine lobster season is between late June and late December. That period is when the lobsters are most active. There are actually several types of lobsters that can be caught off the coast of Maine.
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What does Florida spiny lobster taste like?

Generally speaking, spiny lobster tastes, well, like lobster, with medium sweetness and a bit on the firmer side, especially since it does not have knuckle or claw meat.
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Can you eat a whole Florida lobster?

The lobster might be sold whole or as just the tail. To clean a whole lobster, grab all the legs and use them to help you rip off the bottom of the carapace. Then twist off the tail. If the lobster is fresh and it has been handled properly, the meat from under the carapace will come off with the tail.
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Which is better Maine lobster tail or rock lobster tail?

The major difference between a Maine lobster and a rock lobster is the size of the claw and antenna, On a rock lobster, the antenna is much larger, while the claw is pretty much nonexistent. If you've ever had a Maine lobster before, the claw has the most tender meat, which is why we prefer the Maine lobster.
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Do Maine lobsters taste different?

In Maine, the sea temperature is higher than the waters in Canada. This causes the lobsters from Maine to be softer than their Canadian counterparts. The slightly warmer environment cause the meat of Maine lobsters to be tenderer and taste more delicious.
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Is lobster cheaper in Maine?

In Maine, big lobsters are more expensive. In Massachusetts, they're cheaper. One crustacean fan tries to find out: Why?
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Why are Maine lobster so famous?

Maine Lobster – Residing off the northern coast, this lobster is well-known for its large claws, which are bountiful with meat. The cool waters of Maine make this lobster sweeter and more tender than its spiny counterpart.
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