Olive oil is one of the key ingredients in Mediterranean cuisine and is obtained from different varieties of olives. Each olive variety has its own unique taste, aroma and characteristics. These properties of olive oil vary depending on the type of olive used and the production process. Here are the details about the effect of olive oils obtained from different olive varieties on aroma, color and density:

 

Effect of Olive Varieties on Olive Oil

Arbequina Olive

Arbequina olive is a small-sized and sweet olive variety widely grown in Spain. Olive oil obtained from Arbequina olives generally has a slightly fruity and sweet aroma profile. This olive oil generally has a light color and a medium density.

 

Koroneiki Olive

Koroneiki olive is a small-sized and fleshy olive variety grown in Greece. Olive oil produced with Koroneiki olives generally has an intense fruity aroma and spicy taste profile. This olive oil typically has an intense green color and a high density.

 

Picual Olive

Picual olive is an olive variety grown in Spain and known for its high productivity. Olive oil obtained from picual olives generally has a complex flavor profile and can have bitter, spicy and fruity notes. The color of this olive oil is usually deep green or golden yellow and has a dense structure.

 

Leccino Olive

Leccino olive is a type of olive widely grown in Italy. Olive oil obtained from Leccino olives generally has a slightly fruity aroma and taste profile. The color of this olive oil is usually golden yellow or slightly greenish and has a medium density.

 

The unique taste, aroma and characteristics of each olive variety determine the quality and properties of the olive oil obtained. The degree of maturity of the olive, harvest time and production process also affect the properties of olive oil. However, the type of olive used is a determining factor on the final taste and aroma of the olive oil.

 

For this reason, olive oil producers often aim to obtain different taste profiles by mixing different olive varieties or obtaining them from a single variety. For olive oil lovers, trying olive oils obtained from different olive varieties and discovering different aromas can be an enjoyable experience.