Olive Oil Chemistry Definitions

Olive Oil Chemistry Definitions

Oleic Acid: A monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid found in olive oil. Olive oil is generally higher in oleic acid than other vegetable fats. The range found in extra virgin olive oil is between 55-83%. Our olive oils all exceed 70% Oleic Acid. Extra Virgin Olive Oil...
The Chemistry of Olive Oil

The Chemistry of Olive Oil

What Influences Olive Oil Grade? All olive oil starts with fruit on a tree. What happens after the fruit and the tree part company makes all the difference to the oil produced. Later viewing of the other buttons on this site will inform you of the many factors...
Health Benefits of Balsamic Vinegars

Health Benefits of Balsamic Vinegars

Balsamic vinegar retains most of the nutrients present in the parent grapes and comprises nutrients like iron, calcium, potassium, manganese, phosphorus and magnesium in adequate amounts. Thus, incorporating balsamic oil in the daily diet will benefit one immensely....
Cooking Temperatures of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Cooking Temperatures of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Q. Can EVOO be taken over 300° F while cooking? A. “This is a complicated question. Supermarket olive oil, labeled as “extra virgin olive oil”, which is not adulterated with refined oil, but is of a typical poor quality as a result of lax processing standards,...
How to Taste Extra Virgin Olive Oil

How to Taste Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Tasting EVOO is like tasting fine wine. It is not only an art but a science. By tasting EVOO correctly you can learn about many things including health attributes, freshness and chemistry. Click HERE to find out the proper way to taste and enjoy our premium oils. Come...
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