Where Are Your Olives From?
Our olives are proudly sourced from the Fleurieu Peninsula / McLaren Vale in South Australia, regions renowned for their ideal conditions for olive growing. This ensures we deliver high-quality, fresh produce in every bottle... Even in the tougher, dryer seasons.

When Did It's Olio Start?
It's Olio was founded in late 2023 with a mission to bring fun, flavour, and premium extra virgin olive oil to your kitchen... Stress-Free Squeeze!

Are Your Olives Cold-Pressed?
Yes, all our olives are cold-pressed to preserve their natural flavours and nutritional value. 

Are Your Olives Organic?
Yes, the olives are organic, family-grown and bottled in small batches to retain maximum quality and freshness. Proven and certified for exceptional quality and performance.

Who Owns It's Olio?
It's Olio is proudly owned by Alec Randall, an Adelaide-based entrepreneur with a passion for quality olive oil and local produce. The inspiration started after travelling throughout Italy, where Alec found his olive for quality ingredients, the returning he spent his entire savings on olive oil and starting It's Olio.

Are You Australian 100%?
Yes, It’s Olio is 100% Australian-owned and operated, celebrating the best of South Australian produce. It’s all South Australian and a complete product of Australia.

What Does "Extra Virgin" Mean for Olive Oil?
"Extra Virgin" means the olive oil is made from the first pressing of fresh olives, free from chemicals, with an acidity of less than 0.8%.

What Does "Cold_pressed" Mean for Olive Oil?
"Cold-pressed" means that the olive oil is extracted from the olives without using heat or chemicals. The olives are crushed and then pressed to release the oil, and the process is done at a temperature below 27°C. This method helps preserve the oil's natural flavours, aromas, and nutritional properties, such as antioxidants and healthy fats. It’s considered the best way to extract high-quality extra virgin olive oil, ensuring the oil is pure and free from any harmful additives or processing methods.

What Does Harvest Date Mean?
The harvest date indicates when the olives were picked and processed, ensuring you’re getting fresh, high-quality oil. Always look out for this on a bottle you buy from a supermarket as there has been cases of old and rancid bottles sold.

What Does "Good" Olive Oil Taste Like?
Good olive oil has a balanced flavour with fruity, peppery, and slightly bitter notes, reflecting its freshness and quality. If it's super bland and smooth, there is a chance that it's a more old or blended.

Why Is There Something in My Oil?
Sediment or cloudiness is natural and occurs when olive oil is unfiltered, preserving its full flavour and nutrients. Olive skin also will make it's way into cold-pressed olives on occasions.

Why Is Olive Oil So Expensive?
Olive oil prices reflect the care, labour, and premium ingredients required to produce high-quality extra virgin olive oil. Climate change is causing lower yields world-wide, resulting in less supply and higher demand.

Why the Plastic Bottle?
Our bottles are lightweight, durable, and designed for squeezable convenience without compromising the oil’s quality. We intend our bottle to be re-used time after time. 

Is It BPA-Free?
Yes, our plastic bottles are 100% BPA-free, ensuring safety and sustainability.

When Are Refills Coming?
Refills are launching soon! We’re excited to offer a sustainable option for our customers. Due to the lower yield it has put delays on our product plans.

Where Is the Best Olive Oil in the World?
While South Australia produces some of the finest olive oil, regions like Spain, Italy, and Greece are also renowned for their exceptional oils... We're the best though! ;) 

What Can I Use Olive Oil For?
Olive oil is incredibly versatile: use it for cooking, drizzling, dipping, baking, or even skincare! 

What Temperature Does Olive Oil Start to Burn?
Extra virgin olive oil has a smoke point of around 190-210°C, making it suitable for most cooking methods.

What Are the Health Benefits of Olive Oil?
Olive oil is rich in antioxidants, healthy fats, and anti-inflammatory properties, promoting heart health and overall wellness.

How Many Olives Does It Take to Make 1L of Olive Oil?
It takes approximately 5-6 kilograms of olives to produce 1 litre of extra virgin olive oil.