Processing Mode

Greeks have recognized the medicinal properties of olive oil since ancient times. Especially the company Olivos Espiros ​requires everyone involved to handle the fruit of olives carefully with respect and in accordance with the culture of our ancestors. 

Immediately after harvesting, olives are crushed with their bones - which contain an element antioxidante - because the delay would cause fermentation which would alter its taste.The technical process that the Greek company Olivos Espiros applied, aims to break the tissue that hosts the oily matter and should be done with the greatest possible uniformity. 

 

This is done by various types of stone mills or metal and is intended to facilitate and increase the solid-liquid separation in the following manufacturing processes. In this stage, the oil of the highest quality ranging from 10-15% of the total oil. It is practiced in the company Olivos Espiros that is preferred to obtain a quantity of oil of excellent quality that differs from obtained by pressing or centrifuging.The quality of olive oil is classified by their acidity, an element that determines the fineness of its flavor. The Extra Virgin Olive Oil Olivos Espiros is fruity, tasty and expensive. Its acidity does not exceed 0.8% and its color ranges from pale green to dark green. 

 

A recent research study in this area lists the following four cooking oils and their smoke points:

• Coconut oil: 347°F (175°C)

• E.V.O.O: 383°F (195°C)

• Safflower oil: 414°F (212°C)

• Canola oil: 460°F (238°C)

Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil Olivos Espiros

Presently, thanks to its composition rich in monounsaturated acids vitamins and antioxidants, helps as an effective remedy against cardiovascular disease and the prevention of cancer and aging too.

 

Homeopathy could not do without it. Apart from its therapeutic qualities, it is widely used in cosmetics as a basis for preparation of products contribute to the nutrition of hair and skin smoothing.

 

The preference of the Greeks to the olive oil is absolutely especially to the extra virgin olive oil. According to statistics, the Greeks are the first consumers of this healthy product, which is the basis of the Mediterranean diet (Cretan) being present in Greek cuisine. It is rare to find a traditional Greek dish that is not prepared with olive oil.

 

The Extra Virgin Olive Oil Olivos Espiros is used in salads, frying or cooking any type of food. Hold the temperature better compared with other oils and keeps its beneficial effects and taste. A drizzle of olive oil extra virgin olive Olivos Espiros on a slice of bread with a little salt, oregano and tomato contains all the flavor of Green Gold of Greece.