Extra Virgin Olive Oil


The finest olive oil extra virgin olive oil is an unrefined oil made from pure cold-pressed olives and is usually more expensive, as it’s deemed the highest quality, it has a stronger flavour and it is typically darker in colour compared to other olive oils, regular or light, olive oils are usually a blend of both cold-pressed and processed oils.


Benefits of Unfiltered Olive Oil


When it comes to the benefits of unfiltered olive oil, there are numerous. Talking from the health perspective, unfiltered olive oil is rich in anti-inflammatory antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and zero dietary cholesterol. Filtering the oil removes the suspended solids, resulting in a clearer appearance. But it might also remove some of the healthy phenolic compounds and actually decrease the shelf life of the oil, depending on the type of filter used. Lots of chefs find unfiltered extra virgin olive oil is richer in taste, aroma and pure fruit flavour.


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