https://husaryoliveoil.com/

Highly recommended here:

I haven't tried Husary, but the California OO also got the highest rating in Cook's Illustrated. It's pretty good, but not cheap. The same brand sells several international blends that look the same. For this, be sure to look for the 100% California label.

I just got a bottle in, says it's made from Pendolino Mission & Manzanillo olives, 100% CA grown olives.

Have tried California Olive Ranch 100% CA EVOO, highly rated but not a whole lot of flavor.

Husary, is light but has more flavor and has some slight bitterness that EVOO is supposed to
have.

But it depends on what you are using it for, cooking, dressings, or just taking a few tablespoons straight for health benefits.

Me, I'm just trying a variety out and like wines there are so many labels and sources its gonna take me awhile to find the "one".

Note: I saw the same YouTube video you posted and ordered one from Husary direct, the video host gave it 10/10 points so I had to try one.

I tried a small bottle as well. I give it a solid "meh". I didn't think it was anything to write home about, though all of our tastes are different and I'm no olive oil expert taster.

I've been using the Lucini brand bought through California Olive Ranch's website and I like it.

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Originally posted by Gustofer:

I've been using the Lucini brand bought through California Olive Ranch's website and I like it.

Which Lucini version do you favor?

The BEST oilve oils are from Greece, Hands down.

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Originally posted by downtownv:
The BEST oilve oils are from Greece, Hands down.

What? No brand and variety with that statement?

I have had a few of the Cali olive ranch. One of theirs is streaky spicy/peppery, naturally. One of the best EVOO’s I have had. Some are just okay or mediocre.
Definitely worth a try.

Also, if you have the chance to try some from Olio Verde, they make a Castlevetrano Olive oil. It’s hands down, the best EVOO I have ever had. Puts what was a 10 down to a 7.

That’s just my opinion, which is worth what you’re paying for it.

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Originally posted by bald1:

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Originally posted by Gustofer:

I've been using the Lucini brand bought through California Olive Ranch's website and I like it.

Which Lucini version do you favor?

I get the Premium Select (non organic).

We use quite a bit of olive oil for all of our cooking. That said, Extra Virgin Olive oil we don't use for cooking, its only used for finishing and for basic toppings. I've been to Italy a bunch and Tuscan/Ligurian olive oils I tasted were really good but, I didn't find it compelling enough to buy and bring back; I still stand you if you're looking to bring back an edible souvenir from Italy, either a unique wine or, high-end balsamic vinegar.

Here's what I like:
All purpose cooking olive oil - Costco Kirkland

Basic EVO - Napa Valley Olive Oil Manufacturing, unlike the video host from OP I actually like the old guard olive oil producers from Napa Valley, their shop is located in an old barn and the town of St.Helena has built-up around it.

Smaller production EVO - Seka Hills, supporting local native tribe that's come on with really nice assortment of olive oils, I like their Frantoio and Taggiasca varieties however their known amongst a lot of chefs for their Arbequina variety.

Boutique high-end - Grgich Hills, Atlas Peak Olive Oil, and Il Fiorello Olive Oil Co.

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Originally posted by downtownv:
The BEST oilve oils are from Greece, Hands down.

What? No brand and variety with that statement?

ANY Greek Olive Oil. it is not piss yellow, olives are green, Greek olive oil has a greenish tint. Lidl's often offers it.

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Originally posted by downtownv:

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Originally posted by bald1:

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Originally posted by downtownv:
The BEST oilve oils are from Greece, Hands down.

What? No brand and variety with that statement?

ANY Greek Olive Oil. it is not piss yellow, olives are green, Greek olive oil has a greenish tint. Lidl's often offers it.

Has to look up Lidi's as I never heard of them before. No store remotely close to me. Would have been nice if you had cited a country wide online site as a source. Guess I'll need to do some searching.

I am liking the California Ranch EVOO. We use it for cooking, though we don't cook much that needs oil, mostly I drink about 1 1/2 tablespoons most mornings and every evening and I truly believe, physically, I feel better.

Been doing it for about 4 months now.

Bob

This one time, at Costco.....

Wife's Italian, who family is, and we buy the Kirkland Brand EVOO from Costco, A) it tastes great, B) Its Certified EVOO, 3) in the post pandemic prices, it's inexpensive.... $22 for a 2L bottle....

Link Costco EVOO




Why Costco's Certified Extra Virgin Olive Oil Is A Big Deal

These days, finding a good olive oil feels like searching for a needle in a haystack. Stroll down the cooking oil aisle, and you're bombarded with an array of bottles, each claiming to be the finest "organic extra-virgin olive oil" you can buy. But the rub is that snagging a bottle of genuine, top-quality extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) is trickier than it seems.

What sets extra-virgin apart from regular olive oil is its purity. It's free from chemical treatments, thus giving a rich flavor that you won't get with a regular bottle. EVOO also has a low level of oleic acid (less than 0.3%), which is a marker that it's made from healthy olives. Despite its superior quality, EVOO is surprisingly easy to find, which is more concerning than reassuring. The market is awash with impostors, as numerous brands resort to clever marketing to mask mediocre oils as premium. In fact, a 2022 European Commission report highlighted olive oil as a food that is often mislabeled.

That's why Costco's entry into the olive oil market is such a breath of fresh air. Its Kirkland Signature olive oils are certified, so when you see the bottle, all you need to do is grab it and go while being totally at ease, knowing that what you're getting is 100% the real deal.

When you're buying extra-virgin olive oil in general, a little label reading goes a long way. Specifically, you should pay special attention to certifications from reputable organizations printed on the label. For instance, Costco's EVOO, under the Kirkland brand, is verified by Bureau Veritas. This agency specializes in testing, inspecting, and certifying products. The agency will thoroughly test the olive oil sold by Costco and act as a trusted third party on behalf of the consumers, ensuring that it meets all requirements for being called extra-virgin.

One key standard for EVOO, as outlined by the USDA, is that it must possess "excellent flavor and odor." This means that despite Costco's more affordable pricing, its olive oil doesn't skimp on quality. In fact, Deborah Krasner, in her book "The Flavors of Olive Oil," advises against using price as the sole measure of quality. Instead, she suggests checking the oil's production date when buying olive oil. The more recent it is, the fresher and more flavorful the oil will be.

If you haven't checked out Costco's Kirkland Signature oil yet, you can get a 2-liter bottle for $21.99, which works out to about $11 per liter. In contrast, for the same price, you'd only be able to get around a liter of oil from name brands like Graza, which sells EVOO Sizzle at a price point of $16 for a 750-milliliter bottle. It's easy to see why even high-profile chefs like Samin Nosrat rave about Costco's olive oil: It simply offers great value for the price.

While it may not rival the taste of the most premium oils on the market, given it's a budget-friendly option from a bulk retailer, the quality is still noteworthy. You're getting authentic extra-virgin olive oil at a fraction of the cost, which is particularly appealing if you've previously settled for lower-quality, unbranded options that often fall short.

However, it's important to remember that the specific type of olive oil (be it Italian, Spanish, or Organic EVOO) available in the one-liter bottles at Costco might vary throughout the year. This is due to fluctuations in supply, as noted by Justin Knapp, a sourcing manager for Costco's olive oil division, in an interview with America's Test Kitchen. Despite these variations, you can rest assured that each type is authentic, backed by PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) and PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) certifications. Not bad for price-club olive oil, hey?