How to Pick the Right Size Lobster - The Fresh Lobster Company

Whether you’re a first-timer in the online lobster-buying process or you are a total expert, you might still have your doubts about what is the right size of lobster to buy for each occasion.

Imagine sitting down with family or friends for a special lobster dinner and seeing how everyone’s cleaning out their plate with a feeling of emptiness because it wasn’t enough for every guest.
Or witness the untouched lobster meat on the plates because you served dramatically too much. These situations can be avoided by knowing what’s the right size of lobster to purchase depending on the occasion and size of the event.

Let’s talk numbers

Lobsters have different measurements, that’s why the whole buying and selecting how much lobster you should buy can be highly confusing. What’s more, lobster weight by carapace length varies throughout the year as they molt and shed their shells.

To be specific, a live lobster will yield about 20-25% of its total weight in meat. By ordering a 1.25-pound live lobster you should expect to get about 4-5 ounces of meat. If you order a 1.5-pound lobster, you will get around 5-6 ounces, and if you order a 2-pound lobster, 7-8 ounces.

If you still feel a little lost, let us advise you some more: in very general terms, a 1.25-pound lobster should be great for kids or people who don’t eat much. If you’re thinking of offering many sides or dessert like a king’s buffet, the 1.25-pound lobster will also be a great choice.

Guests with bigger appetites will feel more than happy with a 1.5-pound lobster or a 2-pound lobster as they offer the most meat! Consider this option too if you’re not going to offer many sides or second parts. The 1.5-pound lobsters are called Halves, not because they are cut in half; they are whole lobsters that weigh one and a half pounds. The 2-pounds lobster is also known as a deuce and is great for special occasions!

If you have a big event or you’re celebrating a big special occasion with more than your closed-ones, the jumbo lobster! This lobster is generally 3 pounds or heavier.

Now that you have this new information, start making your dinner arrangements and tell everyone to RSVP so you start organizing your event and making your purchases!

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