Olive Oil Tasting Seville – Guide and Tickets
Olive Oil Tasting Seville – Guide and Tickets
Tickets Guide and Information for Olive Oil Tasting Seville
If you’re visiting Seville, an olive oil tasting or tasting is a great way to learn about one of Spain’s most famous products. Whether you’re looking to visit local olive farms (outside of Seville) or a simple tasting, there are plenty of options!
There is a hands-on tour allowing you to taste different types of olive oil right from the source. Great if you’re a food lover or just curious about traditional Spanish food.
Olive Oil Tasting Seville Day Trip Tickets |
1. Seville Olive Oil Farm TourLearn all about Spain’s ‘Liquid Gold‘ (olive oil), a key part of Mediterranean life, at a small farm and factory just a short drive from Seville. See how olives are handpicked and turned into some of the world’s best olive oil using traditional methods. – Includes pickup and drop-off from your hotel or accommodation in Seville.
2. Olive Oil Tasting in SevilleIf you’re looking for something a little more low key than a full day farm tour, and want to stay in the centre of Seville, then this tasting is a great way to learn about the culture and process of Olive Oil in Seville.
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Olive Oil Seville History and Overview
Spain actually produces nearly half the world’s total olive oil, with the South of Spain (in particular Andalusia) making up a large portion of this.
Thanks to its dry and hot climate all year round, Seville is thought of as Spain’s most acclaimed olive growing region allowing olive varieties like Picual, Hojiblanca, and Manzanilla de Sevilla to thrive.
Seville also boasts something called Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status which can be found printed on every bottle from this area. It’s basically an approval that the olive oil is of a certain quality – a literal stamp of approval!
The outskirts of Seville is home to many family-run almazaras (olive oil farms) that have perfected small batch oil production for generations.
The main olive harvest runs from October through January. This is the best time to see olive groves at their best and to also view the pressing process. However, in more recent years tastings and tours are available year-round through shops, museums and small farms.
Where to Buy Olive Oil in Seville
It may sound extreme, but Spain tightly regulates olive oil production, especially the acclaimed Extra Virgin grade.
When visiting as a tourist, a bottle of premium olive oil can be a great gift or souvenir when travelling home.
Here are some of the best places to buy your Olive Oil when in Seville:
- Farmer’s markets in Seville provide some of the best local Olive Oil at competitive prices. Just ensure the bottles are clearly labeled and marked before purchasing, especially if looking to travel home with them.
- Specialty food stores like El Corte Ingles sell oils from small local farms, and have a whole premium food selection of oils on the top floor.
- Some Seville Olive Oil tours provide bottles of the oils tasted to be purchased directly from the farm.
Recommended Shops to buy Olive Oil in Seville
| Store Name | Address | Opening Hours | Description | Website |
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| La Oleoteca de Sevilla | Calle García de Vinuesa, Number 39 (Central) | Mon-Sat: 10:30 – 14:00 and 17:00 – 20:00. Sunday: 10:30 – 14:00 | Store in the centre of Seville close to the Cathedral. Large variety of premium olive oils. They even offer tastings before purchasing and events throughout the year. | Website |
| Oleoteca Gourmet La Chinata | Calle Francos, Number 27 (Central) | Mon-Fri: 10:00 – 14:00, 16:00 – 21:00. Sat-Sun: 11:00 – 21:00 | This store is a small local olive oil producer. It’s very traditional, and is family-ran since 1932. | Website |
When buying, look for the PDO sign on the packaging, signifying protected origin and quality.
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