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Unlike mass-produced oils and vinegars, The Olive Tap®
offers the pure products of the artisan's craft. Our suppliers
travel around the world buying only the freshest and finest
extra virgin olive oils for our store, before the manufacturing
process obliterates their unique qualities. We think you'll
be surprised and pleased to find just how light and incredibly
flavorful fresh extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar
can be.
Our temperature and humidity controlled Spice Locker
houses a complete assortment of spices, herbs, and seasonings;
all available for immediate in-store tasting. With each
of our spices, herbs and seasonings freshly hand-packed
in our store, you are assured taste satisfaction. Stop
using your old and tired spices, taste and see just how
superbly fresh your spices can be!
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Here is a listing, with brief descriptions,
of our current oils and vinegars. What's more,
half the fun in tasting our oils and vinegars
is creating and tasting new combinations or
pairings. We are continually experimenting with
new "pairings" to see the distinct and often
surprising impact on the flavor profiles.
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many unique and even unusual combinations of
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Flavored Olive Oils
Garlic Olive Oil
Extra Virgin Chemlali and Mission Olive Oil, and Garlic Oil
Source: Tunisia and California The most popular flavored oil at The Olive Tap. This is an Extra Virgin Olive Oil that has had the essence of fresh Garlic added. It is so rich; it tastes like slow roasted Garlic. This oil is sure to please any and all Garlic Lovers! Basil Olive Oil
Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Basil Oil This very popular and delicious oil has the sweet flavor of fresh Basil with a mild buttery Olive Oil in the background. A favorite Mediterranean herb flavor, Basil Olive Oil can be combined with our Garlic Olive Oil to make up one of The Olive Tap's favorite cooking and dipping blends.
Garlic-Basil Olive Oil
Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Garlic and Basil Oils Two great flavors in one Extra Virgin Olive Oil! Our custom Garlic-Basil Blend has the essence of slow roasted Garlic and the sweet flavor of fresh Basil, creating one oil everyone will love. Chipotle Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil
California Sweet and smoky with just the right amount of heat. Chipotle Peppers are more known for their smokiness than being hot, and this olive oil reflects that style superbly. Oregano Olive Oil
Source Varies Our Oregano flavored Olive Oil is a special blend of Extra Virgin Olive Oil that has had the essence of fresh Oregano added. It exhibits the flavors and aromas of the more intense Italian and Greek varieties of Oregano and has a rich buttery finish. Persian Lime - Olive Oil Fusion
From Tunisia Sweet Persian Limes and late harvest Tunisian Chemlali olives are crushed together and cold pressed to create a fusion of flavors that is far superior to infused or blended oils. The Lime Oil and Extra Virgin Olive Oil are "married" at the mill to produce olive oil that exhibits a fragrant citrus character and a sweet but subtle flavor that will make fish, fowl and salads taste unique. Porcini Mushroom Oil
From Northern Italy This is fantastic oil that has a flavor that can only be surpassed by fresh Porcini Mushrooms. It has a deep earthy taste with an aroma to die for! It is made in Italy by a small producer who closely guards his secret for steeping Porcini mushrooms in extra virgin olive oil. Sorrento Lemon Olive Oil
Fusion Crushed in Sorrento, Italy Lemons from the Sorrento Peninsula have been revered for centuries for their highly valued fragrance and unparalleled flavor. Superior to Meyer Lemons, they are a key ingredient in many Amalfi Coast recipes and particularly the famous Lemoncello Liquor and now The Olive Tap's new and exclusive Sorrento Lemon Olive Oil. Sorrento Orange Olive Oil
Fusion Crushed in Sorrento, Italy This Orange flavored Extra Virgin Olive Oil exudes the flavors and aromas unique to the renowned citrus and olives of the Sorrento Peninsula. An Olive Tap exclusive, it is the pride of the Gargiulo family that produces it in a 160 year old family tradition. Tuscan Herb Olive Oil
Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Herbs Our Tuscan Herb Olive Oil is an amazing proprietary blend of several herbs including Oregano, Basil, Garlic, and Rosemary. An instant hit at our inaugural tastings with Olive Tap regulars, we were convinced that we had finally found dipping oil worthy of The Olive Tap name. Wild Mushroom and Sage Extra Virgin Olive Oil
From California Another option for mushroom-lovers, this oil features the savory combination of Sage paired with earthy, wild mushrooms. Thanks to a light, sweet Extra Virgin Olive Oil base, it delivers a pleasant wild mushroom essence up front, and finishes with a mild and satisfying Sage flavor at the finish. 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oils Arbequina
100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil from California
Sweet, fruity, fresh, mild, light and buttery are all adjectives used to describe Arbequina Olive Oil. Known today as the "Wonder olive of Arbeca, Catalonia", Arbequina Olives produce an outstanding EVOO. Arbequina is our most popular variety, due to its sweet, buttery, and light flavor and soft smooth texture.
Arbosana
100% Extra Virgin from Spain This is a limited edition artisan produced Arbosana oil from Tarragona Spain. It has a nutty and fruity forward flavor with notes of green tomato and almond. Similar in many respects to Arbequina, Olive Tap Arbosana is more robust and has higher polyphenol levels and a touch more pepper in the finish.
Castile
100% Extra Virgin from Spain From the largest Olive Oil producing country in the world, Spain, comes our popular Castile EVOO. It is primarily a blend of Arbequina, Picudo and Hojiblanco Olive Oils. This classic combination is appreciated for its unique balance and well rounded flavor. Hojiblanca
100% Extra Virgin from Spain This award winning Hojiblanca has been a solid favorite at The Olive Tap® since we first opened in 2006. It features a very fresh tasting medium intensity flavor and buttery texture with notes of almond and a slightly peppery finish.
Italiano
100% Extra Virgin from Italy Our Italiano Extra Virgin Olive Oil is made exclusively from mid-season Southern Italian olives that have been hand-picked and expertly pressed to produce an oil of superior quality and freshness. It is light in texture, with a medium fruitiness and a light yellow coloration. Look for aromas of tomato and caper, with a hint of floral and Almond undertones..
Mia's Blend
100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil From Just like its namesake, this Olive Tap house blend is bold, fresh, sweet and just a little bit sassy. It is a proprietary combination of several of our freshest and finest oils from Italian, Spanish, and American varietals, and possess many of the unique characteristics our gourmet customer's desire. Natural Buttery
100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil from California We're not exactly sure how they did it, but our primary supplier in California has found us an all natural, creamy, sweet EVOO that tastes just like butter. Anyone looking to eat healthier and reduce their saturated fat intake is going to love The Olive Tap's Natural Buttery Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Olio della Toscana 100% Extra Virgin from Italy Our 2010 Tuscany selection is an artisanal Extra Virgin Olive Oil featuring the traditional varietals of the region: Leccino, Frantoio, Moraiolo and Pendolino. A blend of handpicked green and ripe olives gives this olive oil an exceptional Tuscan flavor profile, high Polyphenol counts for good health, and durability for long shelf life. Martina Franca (Certified Organic)
100% Extra Virgin. Source Varies From high above the hills in Martina Franca, in the Taranto region of Puglia comes this delicious Certified Organic (BAC & USDA) Extra Virgin Olive Oil. A blend of Leccino and Ogliarola olives give this exceptionally high-quality oil a gentle, fruity, and smooth character with just a touch of pepper. Oils from this region have historically been very popular in the Italian-American community for their "Taste of Home" flavor profile. Certified Organic
100% Extra Virgin. Source Varies In order to deliver the freshest product possible, the source country of our USDA Certified Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil will vary throughout the year. We have chosen Spain, Argentina, and California USA as our primary supplying countries. Regardless of the country of origin, these Olive Tap selections will always possess a medium light flavor, and buttery texture.
Picholene Ultra Grade
100% Extra Virgin from Australia Known as "The Olive of Provence", a French variety, this Ultra Grade Picholene is pale, well balanced and sweet for early harvest oil. Produced in Australia, this EVOO exhibits green tropical fruit aromas, nut and Artichoke notes and a slight peppery finish thanks to a high Polyphenol level. Picual
100% Extra Virgin from Spain Lovers of fine Spanish olive oils will appreciate the depth of flavors in this "Award Winning" Extra Virgin Olive Oil. It delivers plenty of ripe olive flavor up front, butter in the middle and finishes with notes of avocado and unripe tomato. High in Polyphenols, this Picual oil will last a long time with good care. Certainly a Picual that any connoisseur would want on hand.
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Specialty Oils
The flavor is sublime in this light textured, sweet, nutty, high temperature oil. Along with EVOO, Macadamia Nut Oil is considered to be one of the healthiest oils you can use. High in Omega 3, Macadamia Oil can contribute to cardiac health, and is associated with lower blood pressure.
Roasted French Walnut Oil
With a mouth watering flavor and an extremely healthy profile, Walnut Oil is a must in the gourmet kitchen. Chock full of Omega 3 and natural antioxidants, this unrefined oil is an excellent source of health fats. The delicate Roasted Walnut flavor is perfect on salads, grilled meats and vegetables, and in most baking situations. Like EVOO, avoid too high a temperature.
Roasted Sesame Seed Oil
This delicious oil from Japan may just be the best tasting sesame oil we have ever come across. The roasting process brings out the delicious taste of sesame that is crucial to oriental cooking and man contemporary fusion dishes. This versatile oil is a mush have in any "foodie" kitchen.
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Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
Aceto Balsamico di Modena, 4 Leaf Quality
(Formerly named Traditional 18-Year Aged Balsamic Vinegar)
PGI Certified. Imported from Modena, Italy
This is our finest and most popular "on-tap" Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Made utilizing the Solara method of progressive wood barrels, it contains an amount of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar sufficient to achieve the desired density, and incredibly balanced and complex flavor characteristics. Rich in fruit and woody flavors, you get a rare yet very affordable Italian product with a taste that will delight the senses.
Aceto Balsamico di Modena, 3 Leaf Quality
(Formerly named Aceto Balsamico Di Modena, 12-year Aged Balsamic Vinegar)
PGI Certified. Imported from Modena, Italy
This premium quality, all natural Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, is produced by artisans who are members of the Consorzio Aceto Balsamico di Modena, an agency which monitors the production of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. It has the classic fruit and barrel aged, sweet-tart characteristics that make it extremely versatile on salads and in a wide variety of dishes. The PGI certification is your guarantee that this is a true Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. The 3 Leaf Quality rating was awarded to it by the independent CSQA, an organization that scores Balsamic Vinegar based on 10 different analytical and organoleptic quality levels.
Apple Balsamic Vinegar
PGI Certified. Imported from Modena, Italy
The delicious flavor of red apples and a thick, rich blend of 3 and 4 Leaf Quality Aceto Balsamico di Modena, combine to create a taste sensation that produces delicious salads, glazes and imaginative dishes creative foodies and their guests will enjoy. This is a sweet Balsamic Vinegar with intense flavor and lower acid levels than regular vinegars.
Black Cherry Balsamic Vinegar
PGI Certified. Imported form Modena, Italy
Rich and sweet Natural Black Cherry juice is combined with aged Balsamic Vinegar to produce a sweet, fragrant and very rich tasting product that has garnered rave reviews from our gourmet customers. This new entrant to our Balsamic line has character, and will compliment spring mix salad and more flavorful accompaniments.
Black Currant Balsamic Vinegar
PGI Certified. Imported form Modena, Italy
Yet another selection that has our customers saying "WOW". It is very sweet Balsamic Vinegar with a low 4.5% acidity level for a smooth finish. Olive Tap Black Currant Balsamic Vinegar has a very complex taste that will delight the palate when used on all kinds of salads and fruits.
Blueberry Balsamic Vinegar
PGI Certified. Imported from Modena, Italy
Blueberry lovers really appreciate this addition to the Olive Tap's extensive line of Balsamic Vinegars of Modena. Our first impression was that this would be a huge hit drizzled over fruit salads, and garden salads topped with fresh fruits. We weren't disappointed. As an added surprise, we found it equally delicious over Blue, Feta and Goat Cheeses.
Cinnamon Pear Balsamic Vinegar
PGI Certified. Imported from Modena, Italy
A sweet, dark blend of 3 and 4 Leaf Quality Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is complemented by the enchanting flavor of fresh sweet Pears and Cinnamon spice. The pear flavor sits quietly in the background while the cinnamon flavor dominates this delicious Balsamic. You can pair this vinegar with a wide variety of EVOOs depending upon which flavor you would like to accentuate.
Coconut White Balsamic Vinegar
Imported from Modena, Italy
One of the most interesting and pleasant white Balsamic Vinegars we carry, our Coconut White Balsamic is an ideal accompaniment to tropical dishes. Outrageously delicious and complex with our Lemon, Orange and Lime olive oils, it will shine on its own paired with our mild to medium flavored EVOO's.
Dark Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar
PGI Certified. Imported from Modena, Italy
This is a velvety-sweet, and very flavorful Balsamic Vinegar of Modena that is a Chocolate lovers dream come true! No need to wait for dessert! The chocolate aroma and flavor are unmistakable, and you will savor the depth of flavors that will certainly have you craving for more.
Fig Balsamic VinegarPGI Certified. Imported from Modena, Italy
Whole fruit flavor is added to a blend of 3 and 4 Leaf Quality Aceto di Balsamico to produce our most balanced Balsamic Vinegar. Not too sweet and not too tart, it can be paired with every one of The Olive Tap's Extra Virgin Olive Oils. This dense, sweet balsamic vinegar exhibits a mild and mellow fig flavor with less "bite" due to a lower acid content.
Honey Balsamic Vinegar
Made in the U.S.A.
This amazing product was a Silver Award winner in the NASFT Outstanding Vinegar category. We fell in love with it immediately, and think you will too. Balsamic Honey Vinegar is sulfite-free because it's made from 100% natural honey, and contains no additives. It has a crisp level of acidity, and a sweet honey finish.
Honey Ginger Balsamic Vinegar
Imported from Modena, Italy
Honey and Ginger have been popular flavorings for thousands of years, and now we are proud to offer them in a White Balsamic Vinegar. The intense Ginger “kick” is modestly offset and complimented by the natural sweetness of Honey and Balsamic Vinegar.
Oregano White Balsamic Vinegar
Imported from Modena, Italy
This is a crisp, White Balsamic Vinegar, infused with the exquisite flavor of Oregano, to produce a classic Mediterranean flavor. The addition of Oregano will make this vinegar the perfect complement to a wide variety of oils, and will produce outstanding vinaigrettes.
Pineapple White Balsamic
Imported from Modena, Italy
If you like the taste of a fresh ripe Hawaiian Pineapple, then this Pineapple White Balsamic Vinegar is for you. Made primarily as salad vinegar, it is surprising well suited for use in cooking and grilling. The extraordinary flavor will mix well with soy sauce and sesame oil to produce a rich and flavorful basting and marinating mix for chicken and shrimp.
Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar
PGI Certified. Imported from Modena, Italy
Native to Mediterranean, Asian and Middle Eastern cultures, this fruit exhibits a sweet-tart flavor that is a perfect accompaniment to a wide range of foods. The foundation is our3 and 4 Leaf Quality Aceto Balsamico di Modena, which lends its deep rich flavors and acidity to create a complex yet superbly balanced dressing and condiment.
Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar
PGI Certified. Imported from Modena, Italy
Made with a base blend of our Aceto Balsamico di Modena, 3 and 4 Leaf Quality Balsamic Vinegar, this most popular Olive Tap Balsamic Vinegar is a tried and true crowd pleaser whenever it is served. It is one of the most adaptable Balsamic Vinegars, and can be used with any of the Olive Tap Extra Virgin Olive Oils to make flavorful Vinaigrette.
Silcilian Lemon Balsamic Vinegar
Imported from Modena, Italy
The juice of sweet Sicilian Lemons has been added to Modena's White Balsamic Vinegar to produce this unique vinegar. Sweet and mild like its American counterpart Meyer Lemon, the Sicilian Lemon does not have the harsh overly tart flavor found in many inferior lemon flavored vinegars.
Strawberry Balsamic Vinegar
Imported from Modenda, Italy
Strawberry and our Aceto Balsamico di Modena, 3 Leaf Quality Vinegar are united to produce this wonderful sweet-tart summer vinegar that is sure to tantalize your taste buds, and delight your family and friends.
Tangerine Balsamic Vinegar
Imported from Modena, Italy
Olive Tap Tangerine Balsamic Vinegar has been a customer favorite since 2006. It pairs so well with such a wide variety of flavored and plain olive oils, it is consistently found in gift baskets, and has been a featured ingredient in several original recipes. The blend of 3 and 4 Leaf Quality Balsamic Vinegar of Modena results in a low acid level, complimented by an intense and sweet citrus flavor that makes visitors to The Olive Tap say "WOW"!
Vanilla Balsamic Vinegar
Imported from Modena, Italy
This is a sweet, dark Balsamic Vinegar, complemented with the flavor of Vanilla. You can pair Vanilla Balsamic Vinegar with any unflavored EVOO to make interesting salad vinaigrette. The lighter oils will allow the maximum flavor to come through, and our tasty Arbequina or Castile will result in a unique flavor combination.
Premium White Balsamic Vinegar
Imported from Modena, Italy
In Italy, this is known as White Balsamic Condiment. Made with White Trebbiano Grape Must (juice), it does not undergo the cooking and barrel aging process of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. The result is crisp vinegar with a touch of sweetness reminiscent of hand crafted vinegars from northern Italy. Extremely adaptable, it can be used with any of the Olive Tap Extra Virgin Olive Oils as well as the full complement of flavored oils.
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