Glossary of Bulk Oil Terms

Cold Press

Posted by Hannah Broaddus

Jan 22, 2013 10:00:00 PM

A term used to describe olive oil that has only undergone a cold water wash before pressing or spinning.  This term is used to describe Extra Virgin Olive Oil and means that no heat has been used during processing.  This is important because heat can reduce the overall quality of the oil extracted.

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