Description

Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil (5 Litres) delivers over 150 years of Italian olive oil blending heritage (established in Lucca, Italy, 1867). Crafted according to Filippo Berio’s exacting quality standards, this classic Mediterranean blend expertly combines cold-extracted extra virgin olive oils selected from the finest groves of Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Tunisia.

The result is a versatile oil with a smooth, well-rounded balance of fruitiness and delicate herbaceous undertones, complemented by a light, throat-warming peppery kick. Packed in a large-format 5-litre bottle, it provides high culinary performance and value for bustling household kitchens, pizzerias, and catering operations.

Key Culinary & Quality Highlights

• Signature Master Blend: Combines selected Mediterranean olive varieties to ensure a consistent, balanced flavor profile that never overpowers food.

• Mechanical Cold Extraction: Processed at low temperatures solely through physical pressing to preserve delicate antioxidants, natural polyphenols, and oleic fatty acids.

• Versatile Culinary Performance: Balanced for finishing raw dishes, whisking emulsions, and handling low-to-medium heat everyday stovetop cooking.

• Eco-Conscious R-PET Bottle: Packaged in a durable, shatter-resistant bottle made with recycled R-PET plastic, finished with a sturdy molded carry handle for easy lifting and controlled pouring.

Suggested Uses & Directions

• Dressings & Emulsions: Whisk with balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic for crisp salads, Caprese, and grain bowls.

• Marinades & Basting: Blend with lemon juice, oregano, and rosemary to tenderize chicken, lamb, seafood, and roasted vegetables before grilling.

• Artisan Dipping: Pour into saucers with cracked black pepper and sea salt for crusty ciabatta, focaccia, or sourdough bread.

• Finishing Drizzle: Drizzle over warm pasta dishes, risottos, pizza, grilled meats, and rustic vegetable soups right before plating.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Filippo Berio

• Volume: 5 Litres / 5000 ml

• Grade: Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)

• Sourcing: Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Tunisia

• Dietary Attributes: 100% Plant-Based, Vegan, Vegetarian, Naturally Gluten-Free, Non-GMO

• Packaging: 5L transparent R-PET bottle with integrated handle and tamper-evident screw cap

• Storage Instructions: Store at room temperature in a cool, dark cupboard away from direct heat sources and sunlight. Seal cap tightly after each use.