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Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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