High-Quality versus Low-Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Exploring the differences from tree to bottle between high-quality olive oil and low-quality olive oil. Learn everything you need to know step-by-step.

What goes into producing olive oil?

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The Groves

The first thing to consider is the location where the olives are actually grown, the types of olives being used, and the set-up of the farm.

Milling & Filtration

The process of milling the olives and machinery used plays a huge factor in the overall quality of the olive oil.

The Harvest

How and the olives are harvested, how they are transported, stored, and the time between harvest and extraction all play a part in the quality of the olive oil.

Bottling & Storage

After the olive oil is extracted, the type of containers and conditions of the rooms where the olive oil is stored can greatly impact the quality of the olive oil. The bottles and packaging also play a huge role in maintaining the quality of the olive oil.

Step-by-Step High vs Low Quality EVOO

Step 1: The Groves

Traditional Grove

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High-Density

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Super-Intensive

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The Cultivar

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The Climate

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Olive Health

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Step 2: The Harvest (early vs late)

Early Harvest

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Late Harvest

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Harvesting Methods

Hand-Picking

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Hand-Rake

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Branch Shakers

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Tree Shakers

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Tractors

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Ground Harvest

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Other Factors

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Step 3: Milling & Filtration

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Type of Mill

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Temperature

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Filtration

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Unfiltered: Beware

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Step 4: Bottling & Storage

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FAQs

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