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"Cold-pressed" means that the olive oil is extracted from the olives at a maximum temperature of 27 °C. At higher temperatures – as is common in industrial processing – valuable ingredients are lost: polyphenols, antioxidants, vitamins, and natural flavors are destroyed by heat. Our Elea Minon olive oil is cold-pressed at a maximum of 27 °C – unfiltered and without additives. What ends up in the canister is what the olive naturally provides.

Cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil is suitable for gentle searing up to approx. 160–180 °C – for steamed vegetables, eggs, fish, or briefly fried meat. For strong searing, deep-frying, or very high temperatures, we recommend a refined oil, as intense heat degrades valuable ingredients and impairs the aroma. Our olive oil is best enjoyed at breakfast, in salads, dips, and sauces – there it shows its full aroma.

Good olive oil smells fresh and fruity – never rancid, musty, or pungent. In 2026, Stiftung Warentest found that 8 out of 25 "extra virgin" olive oils, the highest quality grade, received a "poor" rating – due to taste defects or contamination. Important purchasing criteria: current harvest stated (e.g., 2024/2025), clear indication of origin (not just "EU"), light-protected packaging, and direct bottling by the producer. Our olive oil meets all these criteria – and comes directly from Crete, without intermediate storage or blended goods.

Olive oil has three enemies: light, heat, and air. Cool, dark, and well-sealed – these are the three most important rules. An ideal temperature is between 14 and 18 °C, away from the stove. Our light-protected canister already protects the oil from oxidation from the very beginning. Unopened, our olive oil has a shelf life of 18–24 months. After opening, we recommend consuming it within 6–8 weeks. Tip: If you buy large quantities, decant a small container for daily use and keep the main canister sealed.

That depends on your consumption. 0.75 L is suitable for a first impression or for single-person households – fresh and quickly used up. 3 L is ideal for couples and small families who cook daily – lasts 2 to 4 months and is significantly cheaper than several small bottles (only €11.66/L). 5 L is our most economical choice for large households and anyone who uses olive oil generously – only €9.99 per liter. Tip: If you're unsure, start with 0.75 L and then immediately order the 5-liter canister. Most customers do exactly that.