What is an Olive Oil Product?
olive oil, oil extracted from the fleshy part of the ripened fruit of the olive tree, Olea europaea. Olive oil varies in colour from clear yellow to golden; some varieties obtained from unripe fruit have a greenish tinge.
Where Can I Buy Olive Oil Products In South Africa?
Olives South Africa (O.S.A)
Address: N18, Hartswater, 8570, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 pm
Phone: +27 53 474 0061
Olive Boutique
Address: 49 Church Rd, Riebeeck Kasteel, Riebeek-Kasteel, 7307, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4 pm
Phone: +27 22 448 1368
De Rustica Olive Estate
Address: 1 Oudemuragie Road, De Rust, 6650, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4 pm
Phone: +27 44 241 2177
EVOOSA – The Guide to Extra Virgin Olive Oil in South Africa
Address: Fashion Square, 137 Main Rd, Hermanus, 7200, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 pm
Phone: +27 82 775 8843
What is the best olive oil to buy in South Africa?
The best of the best Extra Virgin Olive Oils have been announced at the 2023 SA Olive Awards
| PRODUCER | EVOO |
|---|---|
| Kleinbergskloof | Kleinbergskloof Family Reserve EVOO |
| Mardouw Investments ZA (Pty) Ltd | XXV Delicate |
| Babylonstoren Pty Ltd | Babylonstoren Blend EVOO 2023 |
| Babylonstoren Pty Ltd | Babylonstoren Coratina EVOO 2023 |
Does South Africa produce olive oil?
South Africa is the 5TH LARGEST olive oil producer in the Southern Hemisphere. South Africa is the largest olive oil producer in Sub-Saharan Africa and the 6TH LARGEST producer in Africa.
Is South African olive oil good?
This year, a panel of 26 judges from 10 countries blind-tasted nearly 1 000 samples from scores of global producers – and South Africa’s De Rustica came out on top. It’s the first time in the eight editions of the Awards that neither a Spanish nor Italian olive oil has been proclaimed EVOOLEUM ABSOLUTE BEST.