This American Olive Farmer Arbequina is medium intensity and one extremely versatile oil. Arbequina is the most common olive cultivar grown in California. It lends itself well to high-density and super-intensive growing environments. Dominating the California landscape, Arbequina has undergone much research and experimentation throughout the state.
American Olive Farmer is a women-founded and women-led company, created by Liz Tagami, who is no stranger to the olive industry. All her oils are certified through the Olive Oil Commission of California, and she collaborates closely with the UC Davis Olive Center, Extra Virgin Alliance and other notable olive oil associations.
The unique quality of California Arbequina olive oil is that it’s typically quite green and fresh. Compared to a typical Spanish Arbequina, which is typically very mild, buttery and sweet. This oil displays a beautiful aroma of fresh-cut grass, artichoke and granny smith apple. The flavour is buttery and with a creamy viscosity. Notes of fresh green lettuce, green almond, fennel, mint, and lingering green peppercorn finish. This example of Arbeuqina is truly vibrant full of flavour and well-balanced. In the mouth, the flavour is round and full. The harmony between aroma and flavour is notable as is the persistency of the lingering finish.
Bottled in a generous 750ml size, this American Olive Farmer Arbequina oil is a versatile kitchen counter staple. Perfect for use in aioli and sauces, drizzled over a Caprese salad, or used with mild cheese and or even a traditional Atayief. Ideal with fish, lake trout with lemon, olive oil poached halibut, and cedar plank salmon, to name a few. It’s mild enough to be a perfect pair for baking, olive oil bundt cake or Partridge Berry Breakfast Rolls.
