Very Low Acidity

The Ultra-Premium (UP) standard was created in response to the growing need to separate high quality extra virgin olive oils from what dominates the so-called “gourmet” and “premium” olive oil markets. UP olive oil needs to have less than 0.3% acidity.

Very High Polyphenol Content

Consuming foods that are high in polyphenol helps promote good gut health and reduce inflammation. UP olive oil needs to have at least 250mg/kg of polyphenols. Contrary to popular belief, high polyphenol content can be found in any olive oil cultivar. The brighter and greener the flesh of an olive, the higher number of polyphenols it contains. In terms of taste, the more burning sensation it creates in the mouth, the higher concentration of polyphenols.

Cold Pressed on the Day of Harvest

We don't let the olives sit in containers for days after picking them up. We immediately bring them to the facility to be pressed on the same day, ensuring to preserve the highest amount of nutrients in the olive fruit. This is not the case for most store-bought "cold pressed" olive oils.