Premium Olive Oil Gift from Crete – 0.75 L Extra Virgin in Exclusive Gift Box | Elea Minon

"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 aromas 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 sautéing up to about 160–180 °C – for steamed vegetables, eggs, fish, or briefly seared meat. For high-heat frying, deep-frying, or very high temperatures, we recommend a refined oil, as intense heat degrades the valuable ingredients and negatively impacts the aroma. Our olive oil is best showcased at breakfast, in salads, dips, and sauces – where it reveals its full flavor.

Good olive oil smells fresh and fruity – never rancid, musty, or pungent. Stiftung Warentest found in 2026 that 8 out of 25 tested olive oils of the highest quality class "native extra" (extra virgin) were rated "poor" – due to taste defects or contamination. Important purchasing criteria: current harvest indicated (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 start. 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 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 litre. Tip: If you are unsure, start with 0.75 L and then order the 5-litre canister. Most customers do exactly that.