Thursday, February 19, 2015

Recognizing Illegitimate Italian Olive Oil In 3 Steps

By Katie Onson


Those who are savvy about Italian olive oil know exactly what to focus on. They are able to set their sights on certain points of interest so that, in the long term, they can be more confident in the oil that they purchase. However, it would be unwise to say that novices couldn't pick up on certain points, either. In fact, if you adhere to these 3 methods, it's unlikely that you will ever purchase a bottle of fake oil, for culinary efforts or otherwise, again.

One of the first ways to pinpoint a bottle of fake Italian olive oil is to focus on the price. According to an article on care2, a cheaper bottle of olive oil does not necessarily mean that it comes with a stronger deal. In fact, you would be better served if you avoided a $10 bottle of oil and instead looked to an option that's more along the lines of $30. The value is worthwhile, according to companies like Unaprol. Higher costs usually mean higher quality, so keep this in mind when shopping.

What about the expiration date that may exist on your bottle of oil? For those who do not know, most people decide if a product is good or not by consulting the harvest date. Specifically, they should know if it has been within two years of that very date. If this proves to be the case, consumers can safely use the product for the preparation of their own food. However, if you come across a bottle that does not have the harvest date listed, don't invest in it.

Finally, make sure that the taste of the oil seems appropriate. One can make the argument that taste is not the deciding factor, but I am of the opinion that it should be recognized all the same. An illegitimate variation of oil may come across as rancid or even metallic, meaning that it's no good to use in your future culinary efforts. This is a common sign of cheaper oils, meaning that the aforementioned idea of price is that much more crucial to the shopping process.

Italian olive oil, to say the least, has more than enough benefits to be used time and time again. However, this only applies to those bottles which possess high levels of quality. You must be able to utilize your own savvy, as well as a bit of guidance, to ensure that the products you pick up can be used for high-quality culinary endeavor. Your investment means something, so why not focus on the ways in which strong oil can be differentiated from the weak?




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