Olive Oil 5L from Crete, Greece 'Nikolaos' – Premium Quality - Low Acidity, Cold-Pressed, Extra Virgin, Rich in Polyphenols, Expiry Date: 08/2026. **New Harvest December 2024.**

I love this olive oil, it has slightly peppery taste which is characteristic of really good quality and a sign of freshness. For those who have been to Mediterranean regions this taste will never seem too bitter and will demonstrate high concentration of polyphenols – one of the key reasons why olive oil is so nutritious and beneficial to your health. I add it to my salads and soups which gives them an incredible aromatic touch of Mediterranean cuisine and also have a spoonful in the morning, which is recommended for longevity and good gut health.

The 3L can of Olive Oil from Crete, Greece 'Nikolaos' is of Premium Quality and we rushed to open it and try it. It is a beautiful green colour and tastes delicious: you can feel the purity of the olive oil which is so different from oils bought in supermarkets here in the UK. Additionally this special olive oil is cold-pressed and the area it comes from means it is rich in polyphenols which indicates that it is extremely good for one's health. We expect to place further orders with this company. By the way the Olive Oil arrived rapidly the next day after placing the order and was very well wrapped for the transport to our home in the countryside of South West England.

Certainly! Here's a short review you can use:This superior olive oil from Crete is a true expression of the island’s rich heritage. Cold-pressed from island olives it has a robust, full-bodied flavour with peppery undertones and a characteristic bitterness that reflects the authenticity of Cretan oils. While the bitterness may surprise some, it is a mark of high-quality and a testament to the oil’s purity and antioxidant richness this oil offers a bold taste of Crete in every drop. My family love it

REGARDING BITTERNESS - PLEASE READ.A good, fresh olive oil—especially one high in polyphenols—SHOULD taste bitter and peppery.Those bitter and peppery notes are actually signs of quality and freshness. Here’s why:• Bitterness: This is a direct result of polyphenols, which are powerful antioxidants. The more polyphenols, the more bitter the oil usually is.• Peppery or pungent sensation (like a tickle in the throat): This is also a hallmark of polyphenol-rich olive oil, and it often causes a little cough—that’s totally normal and even has a name in the industry: the “one-cougher” or “two-cougher” test.• Freshness: Fresh olive oil will often taste grassy, fruity, or green, and might have a slight astringency.In short, if your olive oil is smooth, flat, or buttery without any bitterness or kick, it might be old, low in polyphenols, or overly refined.

I love this extra virgin olive oil. I take a tablespoon of oil every morning for bad joints and since I've been taking it my joints are much better and I wake up more fresher.The slightly bitter and peppery taste is a sign of freshness and the high concentration of polyphenols and that's why the olive oil is so beneficial to your health. Believe me when I say this because I've done so much research on extra virgin olive oil for health reasons.

Delighted to find this olive oil. Here's why: I was looking for one with good health promoting qualities. I wanted one made from an olive variety with higher polyphenol levels, which this is. I was looking for a harvest date, which this has (recent, too) and additionally, from a family company if possible. This olive oil fulfils my wish list. It's delicious and very healthy. It smells fresh, nice fresh green colour, tingles the back of the throat - just exactly as I understand a good olive oil should be. I believe this oil is the one I will be refusing.

Good quality extra virgin olive oil and the price was okay.

This oil is absolutely delicious. Cretian olive oil in my opinion, is second to none, and Nikolaos Oil is no exception. Lovely, fresh peppery taste, which enhances any food you add it to.