Acropolis Organics

What does extra virgin mean?

In order to be classified as extra virgin, the oil itself must come from the first press of the freshly harvested and undamaged olive fruit. The acidity level must be

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Why does it have a peppery taste?

The peppery ‘kick’ indicates the oil has a high degree of antioxidants, and low acidity. The degree of acidity greatly affects the taste. This is the most desirable olive oil

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Why is olive oil good for my health?

Extra virgin olive oil contains some of the highest amounts of monounsaturated fats compared to other oils. It also helps to reduce risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, cancer,

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Who owns this company?

Panagiotis Tsiriotakis founded Acropolis Organics in 2003 when he moved to Canada from Crete. His family has been making olive oil for generations, and he spent 20 years learning the

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Where is this olive oil made?

The olives are grown on our family estate in Crete, Greece. The olive oil is produced in our state of the art mill on our estate.

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Why is this olive oil different from the others on the shelf?

One estate – one mill – one variety – Koroneiki variety- higher in polyphenols and known for its exquisite taste. Biodynamic agriculture- this oil is made without chemicals or blending.

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What does extra virgin mean?

In order to be classified as extra virgin, the oil itself must come from the first press of the freshly harvested and undamaged olive fruit. The acidity level must be

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Why does it have a peppery taste?

The peppery ‘kick’ indicates the oil has a high degree of antioxidants, and low acidity. The degree of acidity greatly affects the taste. This is the most desirable olive oil

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How should I store my olive oil?

It is recommended to store olive oil in a dark glass bottle. Olive oil is best kept in a cool and dark location, without exposure to sun and heat.

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How long should olive oil last? Does is go bad?

Olive oil is perfectly safe stored at room temperature for at least two years.

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When was this olive oil made?

This olive oil is from our most recent harvest, which happens from November to January.

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Can I cook with olive oil?

Olive oil can be used for light cooking because it has a high smoke point (410 F). You can cook your eggs, pasta, meat, and vegetables. If you heat an

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