Unique Qualities
What makes our olive oils so special?
Here is what sets Olivar de Quesada apart.
Single Origin
Every bottle of Olivar de Quesada olive oil proudly carries the prestigious Sierra de Cazorla Denomination of Origin, a seal of quality and authenticity granted only to oils produced in this specific region of Andalusia, Spain. This guarantees that our oils meet strict quality, purity, and traceability standards
Early Harvest & Cold-Pressed
We harvest our olives early in the season, while they're still green and rich in antioxidants. They are then cold-pressed within hours to preserve
Naturally Low Acidity
Acidity is one of the key quality indicators in olive oil. The lower the acidity, the less oxidation and degradation the oil has experienced.
Our Picual oils consistently test with free acidity levels below 0.2%, which enhances digestibility & increases shelf life.
Award-Winning Excellence
Olivar de Quesada olive oils have received Gold Awards at the New York International Olive Oil Competition (NYIOOC) in 2024 and 2025, affirming their world-class quality and craftsmanship.
High Polyphenols
Most supermarket olive oils contain fewer than 100 mg/kg of polyphenols—but Olivar de Quesada’s cold-pressed, early-harvest Picual variety regularly exceeds 400–600 mg/kg, depending on the harvest year. Polyphenols are the reason why real olive oil has a peppery bite. That little tickle in the throat? That’s the good stuff.
Health Benefits
Olivar de Quesada takes pride producing the highest quality extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) from the Picual variety, cultivated in the heart of Sierra de Cazorla, Spain. Our oil is renowned for its rich polyphenol content, low acidity, and exceptional flavor profile.
What are Polyphenols?
Polyphenols are powerful plant compounds with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cellular protective effects. The earlier olives are harvested and the more carefully they’re processed, the higher their polyphenol levels tend to be. That’s why Olivar de Quesada's early-harvest Picual oil consistently ranks among the highest in polyphenols on the market.
This lab test confirms that the analyzed olive oil contains 565 mg/kg of total polyphenols, which is considered very high and well above average commercial olive oils. This level supports its classification as a polyphenol-rich extra virgin olive oil, and aligns with health claims related to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This result validates Olivar de Quesada's use of the term "high in polyphenols" and supports clinical and marketing statements about its superior antioxidant content.
What Functional Medicine Experts Say
For years, olive oil has been a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet. But not all olive oils are created equal. Doctors and functional medicine practitioners are increasingly recommending early-harvest, polyphenol-rich olive oils like Olivar de Quesada for their role in heart health, inflammation, and even metabolic support.
"Our health clinic carries Olivar de Quesada olive oils right next to our supplements, because our food is medicine for healing. This pure oil has exceptional levels of polyphenols, which support & protect your body's health. This is one food that I confidently prescribe to everyone."
- Dr Joshua Lamers, DC, NRCME
Harmony Health Clinic
"I am incredibly pleased with Olivar de Quesada. I often recommend to my patients to help support healthy cholesterol, omega-3 levels, and reduce inflammation. It is not only rich in nutrients and polyphenols but it tastes amazing!"
- Annaelle Lamers PA-C
Naples, FL