Frequently Asked Questions

Arbequina oil is mild, sweet, and fruity, with barely any bitterness or pungency; it is ideal for delicate salads, mayonnaise, and baking. Picual oil has an intense character, featuring herbaceous notes and a slight peppery kick and bitterness on the finish; it is perfect for toast, stews, and frying due to its high heat resistance.

A *coupage* is a master blend of two or more olive varieties (such as Hojiblanca and Cornicabra). The goal of the oil mill is to combine the best qualities of each type to create a balanced, complex oil with a unique flavor profile.

For raw consumption, intense varieties like Picual or the elegant Manzanilla add plenty of character. For frying and slow-cooked stews, Picual and Cornicabra are exceptional because they do not break down at high temperatures. Arbequina shines in dishes where you do not want to mask the flavor of the main ingredient.

This guarantees that the olive trees have been cultivated without pesticides or synthetic chemical fertilizers, respecting the land's natural cycles. It ensures the utmost purity of the olive juice and a total commitment to sustainability.

These are ideal as a finishing touch for a dish. A few drops of truffle oil transform a risotto; garlic oil is perfect for pasta; and chili oil adds just the right amount of heat to pizzas. It is best not to heat them in a pan, so they do not lose their aroma.

Buy picual extra virgin olive oil

Picual olive oil is the most popular in Spain, known for its intense flavor, slight peppery note, and high antioxidant content. At Jamonarium, we offer extra virgin Picual olive oil from the finest harvests, especially from the Jaén region, the birthplace of Picual EVOO . It's a full-bodied oil with a distinctive character, ideal for stews, frying, and enjoying raw with bread and ham .

Our Picual extra virgin olive oil is characterized by its exceptional stability and resistance to high temperatures, making it ideal for cooking. Its bitter and peppery flavor, which mellows over time, makes it a perfect choice for adding a touch of boldness to your dishes. Furthermore, its high vitamin E and polyphenol content makes it one of the healthiest oils available.

We invite you to buy Picual olive oil online at Jamonarium. In our Library, we explain the differences between Picual and Arbequina extra virgin olive oil and give you tips for storing it. Enjoy the strong and authentic flavor of this oil, a jewel of our gastronomy.

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