Could your EVOO be hiding other things?
Heres how it works, and if it works, for telling the authenticity of your EVOO.
What Is The Olive Oil Fridge Test?
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(These lesser-quality oils have been accused of being used to dilute some olive oils.)
But is the olive oil fridge test actually reliable?
Perhaps not so much.
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Does The Olive Oil Fridge Test Work?
Therefore, avoid clear plastic bottles that claim to have authentic olive oil.
Most producers don’t recommend storing olive oil that way because sunlight exposure speeds up degradation.
Plastic is permeable and may expose the oil to air, and it may also leach into the oil.
You may also find authentic oil sold in metal tins.
It’s not an obvious answer, but it’s a good place to start.
For example, in Texas you could stock up on oils atTexas Hill Country Olive Co.orTexas Olive Ranch.
In Georgia, you’re able to find small-batch olive oil fromGeorgia Olive Farms.
(They also ship.)
Ask questions about local producers' processes, and feel good about supporting local businesses.
Decanting the oil risks exposing it to air.
Refrigeration can cause condensation, reducing the quality of the oil.
If it is cloudy or dark in color, that’s also a sign it has gone bad.
Extra virgin olive oil has a shorter shelf life than other oils.
Unopened, a bottle can last up to two years.
Once opened, use the oil within three to six months.
