Attribute |
Specification |
Type |
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) |
Color |
Golden yellow to green (depends on olive type and harvest time) |
Clarity |
Clear to slightly cloudy (unfiltered may appear hazy) |
Texture |
Smooth, viscous, and fluid |
Aroma |
Fruity, fresh, grassy, or peppery (depending on variety) |
Taste |
Rich, fruity, slightly bitter, with a pungent finish |
Free Acidity |
≤ 0.8% (as oleic acid) |
Peroxide Value |
≤ 20 meq O₂/kg oil |
Smoke Point |
Approximately 190°C to 210°C |
Density |
0.91 to 0.93 g/cm³ at 20°C |
Refractive Index |
1.4677 to 1.4705 at 20°C |
Flash Point |
Around 327°C |
Shelf Life |
18 to 24 months (in proper storage) |
Packaging |
Typically stored in dark glass bottles or tin cans to prevent oxidation |