How to Store Extra Virgin Olive Oil

How to Store Extra Virgin Olive Oil

So it lasts longer and keeps its amazing taste

Extra virgin olive oil is a living product.
It's full of flavor and health benefits β€” but it's also delicate.
If you don’t store it properly, it can lose everything that makes it special.

Here’s how to store it the right way πŸ‘‡


β˜€οΈ Keep it away from light

Light causes oxidation and damages the oil.

βœ”οΈ Store it in a dark place
βœ”οΈ Use dark glass or stainless steel bottles


🌑️ Avoid heat

Heat speeds up the aging of olive oil.

✘ No kitchen counters near the stove
✘ No sunny shelves
βœ”οΈ Ideal: cool, dark pantry (14–18Β°C)


πŸ’¨ Minimize air contact

Air = oxidation = lost flavor and nutrients

βœ”οΈ Always close the cap
✘ Don’t leave the bottle open
βœ”οΈ Avoid long-term use of open pourers


🧴 Never store EVOO in plastic

Plastic can affect the oil (especially in warm conditions).
βœ”οΈ Use glass, ceramic or steel only


βœ… Extra tips

β€’ Use smaller bottles if you don’t cook often
β€’ If you pour into a cruet, refill it from a sealed dark bottle
β€’ Use the oil within 12–18 months for best quality


πŸƒ Respect the oil, enjoy the difference

At Itaaliamaja, we only offer extra virgin olive oil from Italian artisans.
Always bottled in dark glass. Always traceable. Always fresh.

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