{"id":107961,"date":"2024-04-11T10:36:03","date_gmt":"2024-04-11T10:36:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olivami.com\/blog\/\/types-of-olive-oil\/"},"modified":"2026-06-12T10:37:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T10:37:17","slug":"types-of-olive-oil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.olivami.com\/en\/blog\/curiosities-about-olive-trees\/types-of-olive-oil\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Olive Oil"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=&#8221;no&#8221; text_larger=&#8221;no&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Indice<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.olivami.com\/en\/blog\/curiosities-about-olive-trees\/types-of-olive-oil\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.olivami.com\/en\/blog\/curiosities-about-olive-trees\/types-of-olive-oil\/#Types_of_Olive_Oil\" >Types of Olive Oil<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.olivami.com\/en\/blog\/curiosities-about-olive-trees\/types-of-olive-oil\/#Extra_Virgin_Olive_Oil_EVO\" >Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVO)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.olivami.com\/en\/blog\/curiosities-about-olive-trees\/types-of-olive-oil\/#Extra_Virgin_Olive_Oil\" >Extra Virgin Olive Oil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.olivami.com\/en\/blog\/curiosities-about-olive-trees\/types-of-olive-oil\/#Lampante_Oil\" >Lampante Oil<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.olivami.com\/en\/blog\/curiosities-about-olive-trees\/types-of-olive-oil\/#Characteristics_of_Olive_Oil_Based_on_Olive_Varieties_%E2%80%93_Types_of_Olive_Oil\" >Characteristics of Olive Oil Based on Olive Varieties &#8211; Types of Olive Oil<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><b>Introduction <\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If there is one treasure that nature offers us,<strong>it<\/strong> is undoubtedly<strong>olive oil<\/strong>: it goes well with every dish, it is a precious ingredient, but above all, it is known for its <strong>intoxicating flavor that everyone loves<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today we\u2019ll take a journey through the different types of olive oil, exploring (where possible) their subtle flavor profiles and the countless benefits they offer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But its flavor certainly doesn\u2019t depend solely on the variety, or\u2014as we\u2019ll see later\u2014on its acidity. There are numerous varieties of olive trees, each of which produces olives and, consequently, an oil with notes that are more or less spicy, fruity, or delicate. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you curious to learn about the main types of olive oil? <\/span><\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;margin-top-30&#8243;][vc_column][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=&#8221;no&#8221; text_larger=&#8221;no&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Olive_Oil\"><\/span><b>Types of Olive Oil<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olive oil can be broadly divided into three types: Virgin Olive Oil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Lampante Olive Oil. The last type is not edible, but let\u2019s take it one step at a time. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s first take a look at the features of each one.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;46723&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710514584068{margin-bottom: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221; parallax_scroll=&#8221;no&#8221; woodmart_inline=&#8221;no&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221; woodmart_hide_large=&#8221;0&#8243; woodmart_hide_medium=&#8221;0&#8243; woodmart_hide_small=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;margin-top-30&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; woodmart_inline=&#8221;no&#8221; text_larger=&#8221;no&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Extra_Virgin_Olive_Oil_EVO\"><\/span><b>Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVO)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extra virgin olive oil is the most \u201cprecious\u201d oil, which we like to call a \u201ctrue gem.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extracted from the first cold pressing of hand-picked olives, this oil retains all the nutritional properties, qualities, aromas, and delicate flavor of the olives. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.olivami.com\/categoria-prodotto\/olio-di-oliva\/\">Extra virgin olive oil<\/a> is also a high-quality oil rich in antioxidants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With its bright green color and fruity aroma, it\u2019s the perfect choice for those who love rich, heady flavors without any bitter notes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>One key feature that sets it apart from other types of oil is its low acidity level: in fact, extra virgin olive oil never exceeds 0.8%, or 0.80 grams per 100 grams of product.[\/vc_column_text]<div id=\"wd-67d936883ab15\" class=\" wd-rs-67d936883ab15  wd-button-wrapper text-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.olivami.com\/\" title=\"\" class=\"btn btn-color-primary btn-style-default btn-style-round btn-size-default\">BUY OUR OIL<\/a><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221; 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img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; parallax_scroll=&#8221;no&#8221; woodmart_inline=&#8221;no&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=&#8221;no&#8221; text_larger=&#8221;no&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Extra_Virgin_Olive_Oil\"><\/span><b>Extra Virgin Olive Oil<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extra virgin olive oil is a refined balance of flavor and versatility. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is obtained from the second pressing of the olives, which is why it has a slightly more intense flavor profile than extra virgin olive oil. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This type of oil enhances flavors without ever compromising their quality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The acidity level (expressed as oleic acid) of this type of oil is slightly higher than that of the previous one, ranging from 0.8% to 2%, or 2 grams per 100 grams of product.<\/p>\n<p>The color is also different: extra-virgin olive oil has a paler shade of yellow.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221; woodmart_hide_large=&#8221;0&#8243; woodmart_hide_medium=&#8221;0&#8243; woodmart_hide_small=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;margin-top-30&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=&#8221;no&#8221; text_larger=&#8221;no&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lampante_Oil\"><\/span><b>Lampante Oil<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is a &#8220;byproduct&#8221; oil, produced through the mechanical extraction of olives.<\/p>\n<p>Its name &#8220;<strong>lampante<\/strong>&#8221; comes from the word &#8220;lamp&#8221;: in ancient times, it was used as fuel in oil lamps for domestic lighting or in industrial engines; or, alternatively, as a lubricant for heavy machinery or industrial equipment.<\/p>\n<p>As we mentioned earlier, lampante oil is <strong>not<\/strong> edible and is characterized by an unpleasant odor, a dull yellow color, and a dark appearance.<\/p>\n<p>Its acidity level is over 2%.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221; woodmart_hide_large=&#8221;0&#8243; woodmart_hide_medium=&#8221;0&#8243; woodmart_hide_small=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;47920&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; parallax_scroll=&#8221;no&#8221; woodmart_inline=&#8221;no&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;margin-top-30&#8243;][vc_column][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=&#8221;no&#8221; text_larger=&#8221;no&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics_of_Olive_Oil_Based_on_Olive_Varieties_%E2%80%93_Types_of_Olive_Oil\"><\/span><b>Characteristics of Olive Oil Based on Olive Varieties &#8211; Types of Olive Oil<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The variety of olives also affects the oil\u2019s taste, color, and aroma: which of the two cultivars we grow has a fruitier taste, and which has a spicier one?<\/p>\n<p><em>Let\u2019s explore the characteristics of the oil produced from Leccino olives and the Favolosa olive tree.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text]<div id=\"wd-67d9373b56199\" class=\" wd-rs-67d9373b56199  wd-button-wrapper text-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shop.olivami.com\/categoria-prodotto\/olio-di-oliva\/\" title=\"\" class=\"btn btn-color-primary btn-style-default btn-style-round btn-size-default\">DISCOVER OUR OIL<\/a><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=&#8221;30&#8243; 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