KORAJE Picual Olive Oil - Early-Harvest, Monovarietal Excellence
Experience the extraordinary quality of KORAJE Picual Olive Oil. This early-harvest olive oil is meticulously crafted from the finest Picual olives, recognized globally for their robust flavor, distinct aroma, and numerous health benefits. Our commitment to excellence ensures that each bottle you receive captures the essence of our carefully cultivated olives, making it a perfect addition to your kitchen.
What Makes KORAJE Picual Olive Oil Unique?
The KORAJE Picual Olive Oil is a monovarietal oil, meaning it is exclusively produced from the single-variety Picual olives. This trait showcases the oil's exceptional qualities:
- Rich, green-fruity aroma with a hint of tomato, artichoke, and almond and a medium bitterness with pleasant and persistent peppery finish.
- High polyphenol and other antioxidant content, making it an excellent choice for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
- Cold-extracted to preserve its natural flavors and health benefits.
- Renowned for its verified quality, suitable for finishing dishes and occasional gourmet cooking .
Culinary Uses for KORAJE Picual Olive Oil
KORAJE Picual Olive Oil is not just a health-conscious choice; it's also a versatile ingredient in the kitchen. Its rich sensorial profile enhances a variety of dishes:
- Dressings and Marinades: Use this phenomenal oil in simple vinaigrettes or as a base for marinades to elevate the flavor of salads and grilled meats.
- Dipping Oil: Pour it over artisanal bread or mix it with herbs and spices for a delightful dipping experience.
- Finish Dishes: Drizzle over pasta, vegetables, or fish to add a finishing touch that bursts with flavor.
- Cooking Oil: Ideal for sautéing and roasting, it withstands high temperatures, making it suitable for gourmet cooking.
The Harvesting Process
KORAJE takes pride in its harvesting process, which is conducted at the peak ripeness of the Picual olives. Peaked early in the season, ensuring maximum flavor and nutritional value. By employing cold- extraction methods within 2 hours after harvesting at < 21 ℃, we capture the freshest essence of the olives, providing you with an oil that's bursting with flavor.
Why Choose KORAJE Picual Olive Oil?
When selecting olive oil, quality is paramount. KORAJE Picual Olive Oil stands out due to:
- Strict quality control measures at multiple stage of production.
- Authentication of origin, ensuring you receive genuine and pure Picual olive oil.
- Commitment to sustainability, supporting local farmers and promoting eco-friendly practices.
- A glass bottle packaging that preserves the oil's quality while maintaining brand aesthetics.
Order Your Bottle Today!
Don't miss out on the exceptional taste and health benefits of KORAJE Picual Olive Oil. Whether you're a home cook or a culinary enthusiast, this olive oil is the perfect choice for anyone looking to elevate their cooking. Enjoy its remarkable flavor and health benefits — order your bottle today and experience culinary excellence in every drop!
Early-harvest Picual is one of the most polyphenol-rich olive oils you can buy and those polyphenols are where the benefits live.
- Protects your blood lipids. Olive oil polyphenols contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress — an official EU health claim for oils containing at least 5 mg of hydroxytyrosol per 20 g. This batch tests at 512 mg/kg total polyphenols.
- Heart-friendly fats. Naturally high in monounsaturated fats, the backbone of the Mediterranean diet.
- Oleic acid & antioxidants. Associated with anti-inflammatory activity and studied for cardiovascular support.
- Vitamins E & K. Fat-soluble vitamins that support skin and immune health.
Best enjoyed as part of a balanced diet. This information isn't medical advice.
Treat good oil like good wine — heat and light are the enemies.
- Store upright in a cool, dark cupboard, away from the stove and direct light.
- Keep the cap sealed between uses to slow oxidation.
- Best enjoyed within 2-4 weeks of opening, while the polyphenols and aroma are at their peak.
- Don't refrigerate, chilled oil clouds and may solidify. Harmless, and it clears at room temperature, but it may dull the flavor.
BATCH KRJ-2526-01
What the lab report says
0.11%
FREE ACIDITY
EVOO limit: <0.8%
9.2
PEROXIDE MEQ O₂/KG
EVOO limit: <20
K232 1.84
UV ABSORBANCE
EVOO limit: ≤2.5
454
POLYPHENOLS MG/KG (Caffeic acid)
EU health claim: >250
#1
Precision Crafted
Curated for conscious, responsible epicureans and healthy lifestyle enthusiasts.
Precision harvesting at the optimum ripeness, extracted within 2 hours of harvest, < 21 C to guarantee higher antioxidants and intense green fruitiness and fresh flavor.
Sequential and comprehensive Quality verification at the International Olive Council recognized third-party laboratory.
Explore the Process
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Selection Process
Our selection process is strict and we take it into our own hands- literally. Founded by an Analytical Chemist cum EVOO Sommelier, only products that withstand the flame test bear the name KORAJE.
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Our Commitment
- Chemistry over volume- we prioritize quality over quantity
- No exaggerated and baseless claims as marketing tools
- No compromise to integrity- we remain totally traceable, from grove to table
- Our oil speaks for itself- guided by data, verified by Science
- We do not claim perfection; we assure consistency
ORIGIN
One estate. One cultivar. One harvest.
This oil comes from a single family estate in Jaén, the province that accounts for 20% of world's olive products. The grove, acting as an agroecosystem, sits at 700 m altitude in the Sierra Mágina natural park, where cooler temperatures slow the fruit ripening and concentrate the polyphenols.
Sierra Magina PDO, Jaen, Spain
Protected Designation of Origin — the olive oil equivalent of a wine appellation.
100% Picual cultivar
Naturally high in polyphenols and other antioxidants. Robust, peppery, and stable.
Milled within 2 hours of picking
Industry standard is 24–48 hours. Speed preserves volatile compounds, polyphenols, and prevents oxidation.
SERVE IT RIGHT
Many ways to use it
Finish
Drizzle over grilled fish, grilled meat, grilled vegetables, fresh vegetable salads, cheese, or warm soups just before serving. This is where the polyphenols hit hardest.
Dip
Pour into a shallow dish with a pinch of flaky salt. Serve with crusty bread. The simplest way to taste what you are paying for.
Desserts
Use EVOO in cakes, citrus desserts, chocolate, or over ice cream or yogurt. It adds sensorial richness and brings grassy and peppery finish that cuts through sweetness.
Cocktails
Yes, you read it right! Virgin Mary with intense green fruity high phenolic Picual extra virgin olive oil. Picual sits afloat on top cutting through the heat instead of hiding under it.
