Is Caixeiro Organic a mild olive oil?
Yes, compared to some very strong extra virgin olive oils, Caixeiro Organic is quite accessible. The oil is medium fruity, fresh and round, with a slight bitterness and a subtle peppery finish. So, you can taste that it's a good extra virgin olive oil, but it doesn't overpower your dish.
What is the best use for this olive oil?
Basically, for almost anything where you want to use a good organic olive oil. Over salads, tomatoes, bread, pasta, soup, legumes, potatoes and grilled vegetables, but also simply in the pan or oven.
Can I use Caixeiro Organic for frying and roasting?
Yes. Caixeiro Organic is suitable for both cold and hot use. You can use it to fry or roast vegetables, potatoes, eggs, fish, or meat. Extra virgin olive oil doesn't just have to be for salads.
What is the difference with Caixeiro Signature?
Both oils come from the same producer and from the same region: Trás-os-Montes in Portugal. They are also made from the same traditional Portuguese olive varieties. The main difference lies in the blend and the harvest time. Caixeiro Organic is a bit rounder and more accessible. Caixeiro Signature is slightly more pronounced and is the special edition from the same producer.
Is this an everyday oil?
Yes, precisely. Caixeiro Organic is exactly the kind of bottle you reach for often: delicious with or on bread or salad, but also excellent for cooking. Moreover, extra virgin olive oil is a fresh product, so you don't need to save it indefinitely for a special occasion.
Why does this oil have PDO/BOB on it?
PDO/BOB means Protected Designation of Origin. The Organic comes from Trás-os-Montes and must comply with regulations for origin, olive varieties, and production. So, it's not just “Portuguese olive oil,” but oil from an officially recognized region of origin.
Is Caixeiro Organic organic?
Yes. Caixeiro Organic is organically certified. The oil is made from traditional Portuguese olive varieties: Cobrançosa, Madural, and Verdeal Transmontanas.
Has this oil been tested?
Yes. The oil has been independently analyzed. The acidity is very low at 0.14%, and in the official taste test, the oil received an extra virgin rating, with no defects detected. The fruitiness was rated 5.3, which is consistent with the medium fruity character of this oil.
How do I best store this olive oil?
Store the bottle tightly closed, in a dark place, and not too warm. So, preferably not next to the stove or in direct sunlight. The bottle is light-proof, but heat and oxygen remain no friends of olive oil. More here about How to store extra virgin olive oil.
