Mackerel breeds & varieties
6 named types — desirability tiers S (best) through F.
Scomber scombrus
Origin: NO, SE, GB
BoldDark PinkHigh OilMeaty
Atlantic Mackerel
Origin: GB, US, NO
AffordableGrill ClassicMarket NameOily
Spanish Mackerel
Origin: ES, US
Bold MildFirmLarger ScomberomorusMeaty
Pacific Mackerel
Origin: JP, US
AffordableBoldChub TypeDark Flesh
King Mackerel
Origin: US
FirmGulf AtlanticLarge PelagicMeaty
Horse Mackerel
Origin: PT, JP, CL
AffordableBoldDarkerFirm