Fragata Selection Extra Virgin Olive Oil Review – Best For Dressings & Drizzles

While pomace is meant for external application and cooking on high heat; extra virgin olive oil is the least processed and preferred for raw consumption like dressings and seasonings. 

Good quality extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is known for its fruity-slightly bitter aroma and flavor. It’s almost like biting into an olive. Which is why Fragata selection extra virgin olive oil review is based on our analysis of its flavor and aroma. 

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All the details about the product that you need to know – 

What were we looking for? We were looking for a fresh tasting olive oil with the signature grassy/peppery aroma. 

The factors we tested the Fragata selection extra virgin olive oil on are – 

1. Aroma

Although not as high and sharp as mustard oil, the pungency of extra virgin olive oil is also high. It is supposed to have a fresh, fruity aroma.

A stale olive oil will have an off-putting, rancid aroma. 

2. Flavor

Freshness and intensity of flavor were checked. We wanted to see if it tastes rancid or has the characteristic fruity-bitterness? You know, just like biting into an olive.

3. Color & Consistency

Flowy, dense, cloudy, clear, yellow tones or green tones? We considered some important physical attributes while reviewing the olive oil.

Although color alone is not a parameter the oil should be judged on for quality, a good quality olive oil usually has a golden yellow-dark green color. The darker green olive oils taste more grassy and fruity. Yellow-hued olive oils are more peppery/spicier. 

4. Others

Packaging

Material of the bottle, secure lid/cover and legibility of the label. 

Ingredients 

Are the types of olives used or the method of processing mentioned on the pack? 

Price

A 250 ml bottle is priced at Rs 375/-. Is this priced competitively and in rhythm with the quality provided? 

Shelf life

The shelf life of this olive oil is 2 years. 

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The oil comes in a small, handy glass bottle which is easy to hold and pour from. The lid is easy to screw and unscrew and features a plastic nozzle. The only ingredient used is extra virgin olive oil. 

How did we test this? After the product inspection and aroma-check, we conducted a taste test. We tossed together de-seeded tomatoes, basil, pepper, salt and olive oil. We did not clutter the salad with too many herbs or spices as judging the flavor of olive oil was our top priority. We also used it to drizzle on top of our hummus. 

Appearance, color and consistency – Fragatta’s olive oil is thick and flowy. It’s not dense or cloudy. This oil is clear and has a healthy olive green color. When poured into a white bowl, it leaves a slight greenish-yellow stain. 

Aroma – This olive oil has medium-level pungency. It has a fruity aroma with a hint of olives. 

Tasting notes – The extra virgin olive oil does not taste rancid and it isn’t flavorless. This has a medium pungency level. This is flavorful olive oil with light peppery notes and a delicate fruity flavor. Throughout our testing phase it helped elevate the taste of the dish – be it the hummus or the salad. The intensity of olive oil helped intensify the flavor of the salad as well. 

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To conclude, Fragata’s Extra Virgin Olive Oil adds wonderful flavor to the simplest of dishes. The aroma is fresh, fruity and the color is a healthy olive green. 

We give this EVOO a thumbs up!

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