Almaz Diamond Caviar: Inside the World's Rarest Tin

By Alex Beleaev | Beleaev Caviar & Gourmet | beleaev.com

Almas means “diamond” in Persian - a name associated with the rarest pale caviar. For clients drawn to golden roe, Beleaev Almaz Diamond Caviar is our rarest grade. Its luminous pearls are hand-graded for clarity, a delicate snap and a buttery finish that lingers for nearly a minute.

Key Takeaways

• Historic Almas is associated with rare albino Beluga sturgeon aged 60–100 years
• Beleaev Almaz Diamond is our rarest grade, produced from Bester Albino sturgeon
• Expect luminous golden pearls, hazelnut and crème fraîche notes, and a long buttery finish

Why Almas Caviar Is So Rare

Albinism in sturgeon is vanishingly rare. Guinness World Records identifies historic Almas as caviar from rare albino sturgeon aged 60–100 years. This combination of colour and maturity explains its scarcity and price.

Almas became a benchmark for pale caviar. It also created an enduring appetite for luminous pearls and a creamy, restrained finish.

Discover Beleaev Almaz Diamond

Beleaev Almaz Diamond Caviar offers its own distinctive expression of golden caviar. It comes from Bester Albino sturgeon, a Huso huso × Acipenser ruthenus hybrid. Each tin is hand-graded for mirror-clear pearls and a uniform golden colour.

On the spoon, Almaz Diamond opens with a clean marine note and a delicate snap. Hazelnut and crème fraîche follow, then a buttery finish that holds for nearly a minute. It is the rarest grade in the Beleaev collection. Choose it for landmark celebrations, intimate gifts and moments when the tin should be remembered.

Shop Almaz Diamond Caviar for next-day UK delivery. Orders placed by 2 pm are dispatched the same day. Same-day personal delivery is available in London Zones 1–3.

How to Serve Almaz Diamond

Serve it well chilled, either on its own or with warm Beleaev blinis and crème fraîche. Use a mother of pearl spoon to preserve the clean finish. Vintage Champagne or a mineral Chardonnay keeps the pairing precise.

For a broader tasting, explore the full caviar collection or read our guide to the world's most expensive caviar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Almas caviar so expensive?

Historic Almas combines two rarities: albino sturgeon and Beluga sturgeon aged 60–100 years. Supply is exceptionally limited, so pricing reflects scarcity rather than volume.

What makes Beleaev Almaz Diamond rare?

It comes from Bester Albino sturgeon and is the rarest grade in the Beleaev collection. Every tin is hand-graded for luminous colour and clarity.

What does Almaz Diamond taste like?

Expect a clean marine opening, followed by hazelnut and crème fraîche. The buttery finish lingers for nearly a minute.

Can I buy Almaz Diamond in the UK?

Yes. Almaz Diamond Caviar is available online with next-day UK delivery. Same-day personal delivery is available in London Zones 1–3.