Dirty Secrets of the Olive Oil Industry

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[@RRaucina]

California olive ranch led a fight to get California olive oils certified and tested real. Several years back when the New Yorker article shook up the industry revealing that most "Italian" olive oils were either cut, or fake or blended from several countries. Some of this gangster oil even was machine lube grade canola oil and killed a few people in Europe. So look for dates, California source and certicfication. The California Olive Oil Council (COOC) is currently the only organization in the United States that provides olive oil grade certification, showing a dedication to domestic industry growth and quality standards.

[@SportsCrazy27]

I have been using the California brand (100% California sourced) for a few months now strictly for its health benefits. I take a few small sips every day and I really like it. It does burn the back of your throat a little and tastes peppery as the experts say that real extra virgin olive oil should be like. Last week I ran out and decided to try the Braggs brand because they certainly make the best Apple Cider Vinegar. In my honest opinion I don't get the burn in the back of the throat or even the peppery taste with the Braggs brand. It also seems more oily or greasy than the California brand. The Braggs brand cost me a couple dollars more for the same amount so it was a little more expensive. I feel the California brand has better quality than the Braggs and with that being said I will be going back to the California brand once I run out of the Braggs Extra Virgin olive oil. I will still continue to buy the Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar but not the Olive Oil. Please remember this is just my opinion. Always do your research and try a few different brands and stick with the one(s) you like. Enjoy your olive oil. 😀

[@JohnnyKReviews]

Thank you sharing and watching!

[@kingadjust6201]

​@@JohnnyKReviewshi is bullecci real extra virgin olive oil or is it blended with other oils? 😎👍

[@RRaucina]

ANY olive oil that is imported should be suspect for adulteration. The olive oil mafia in Italy has gotten very good at faking olive oil. Stick with ANY 100% California olive oil that has both a harvest date and a best by date. Bari is a good one, also UC Davis makes it's own. Bragg does not have both dates.. . It also does not have any certification [COOP] as shown on the California oil. These are critical! The California olive oil might not have your favorite taste, but at least you can be sure it is not 50% Canola oil.

[@judycrisenbery2982]

Where did you buy it?

[@preston9715]

Is Gia Russa good

[@michelle-cl1du]

I learned many years ago from an Italian importer for Olive Oils that they can mix soy, canola-whatever with the Olive Oil and sell as pure. Do your research!

[@IggyDalrymple]

The old guy on "The Moss Report" recommended California Olive Ranch because of their laboratory analysis for high polyphenols and for its reasonable price. He gave a higher recommendation for Life Extention's brand but it was close to twice the price.

[@JohnnyKReviews]

Maybe that was a special batch or older bottle. Newer ones Maas produced for Walmart etc are mixed with many random olives from different parts of the world instead of one location

[@jeff6899]

He did & I wondered about that. I would choose that video, way better detail than this video here, but question marks everywhere. You need to go BEYOND the label. This video HERE is not that great ;)

[@jordanzakery9296]

They have a global blend and a 100 percent California option at Walmart. They just charge more for for the California only version.

[@LB-sw2km]

I love the California one ! This has a burn and pepper like .

[@rontoomey1187]

Not mentioned and very important?: The Age from date pressed. If the bottle is more than 1 1/2 up to 2 years since pressed and bottled, it is on its way to being rancid, which affects the taste, quality and may affect your health.

[@josemiguelmunoz6985]

I always recommend buying olive oil from the provinces of Córdoba or Jaén, in the south of Spain, with a Protected Designation of Origin. In this way you will always have the security of buying 100% high quality olive oil.

[@JohnnyKReviews]

I hope to one day test that olive oil for our viewers. Thank you for sharing

[@presence5426]

Can you suggest a source, or brand?

[@RRaucina]

You want to be sure of getting that? You need to get on a plane and go to the source!

[@josemiguelmunoz6985]

@@presence5426 Try in the online shop of Mueloliva.

[@josemiguelmunoz6985]

@@RRaucina In the online shop of Mueloliva you can order one of the best olive oils in the world. I recommend you "Picuda" which is made whith olives of the variety Picuda from the south of Córdoba.

[@thomasmartin8362]

100% from Greece doesn’t mean single source. Just single country…

[@etiennedegaulle3817]

Same with "California"

[@SAM57119]

I just bought a bottle of Bragg like you have here. I found it at a Fred Meyer store. It was a good choice I hope!!

[@JohnnyKReviews]

Hopefully they still are. I heard they got bought out recently so hopefully things don’t go down in quality

[@lorismith2354]

Braggs oil has first pressed oil, is not the same as cold pressed oil. Google what is the difference between first pressed oil , cold pressed oil.

[@lukeshirtliff7861]

i bought the bottle and did the fridge test for 24 hrs and was runny as it is at normal tempuratures, concerning

[@judycrisenbery2982]

I never heard of a Fred Myer store, wish we had one in my area

[@hanochcohen2243]

Medium refers to the ripeness of the olives and does not indicate impurity.

[@dennykray]

I understand that the Bragg's brand was sold off maybe 2 or 3 years ago. Anybody know to who? One person I know said a Chinese company. I really don't know but he also said their apple cider vinegar acidic content was half a point lower than the original. If this guy says the true test is the best taste than he should be extolling the taste of the California brand which has distinct flavor and a nice peppery finish. Try a taste out of a metal tablespoon. Put the spoon in your mouth and you should be able to slide the oil off the spoon with your lips with a clean smooth finish look on the spoon. If it leaves an oily or drippy look than it is probably junk.

[@RRaucina]

Bari olive oil off hiway 99 in the Central valley is an old family farm and you can visit and see the process and orchards. I get gallons for $50 and use it for all cooking. Try it out. They also make organic in smaller bottles of several varieties.

[@JohnnyKReviews]

That's very nice and thank you for letting us know! Do they mail as well?

[@RRaucina]

Yes, I think $100 + free. On rare occasions I see some at Walmart online. along with the Cobram in 12oz bottles.@@JohnnyKReviews

[@r2153]

Both are legit and quality evoo but California Olive Ranch a domestic elite/top shelf product.

[@etiennedegaulle3817]

You're impressed by marketing and not the actual product, it appears.

[@aboutboxingbiz1684]

That Braggs bottle doesn't have a harvest date, while the California bottle does have a harvest date. So since the Braggs is missing a harvest date, there's no way of knowing how old is this olive oil.

[@ianiskandar4165]

Bought one and it is actually.. at the below side label..mine exp oct 24 tho .. harvest date 2021-2022

[@etiennedegaulle3817]

INCORRECT. Just because you don't see it in this video doesn't mean it's not there. It has both a best by and harvest season on the bottle.

[@terrybrowne5726]

Yes BRAGG Organic Is The Best In Flavor & Nutrition

[@JOHN-ly6yp]

California ranch is the best. It has a press date on it. None of the other brands do so you do not have any idea how old they are

[@Windsong-58]

Nobody has mentioned the California brand says "MEDIUM" highlighted in light green near the bottom in small print. I've read any oil that says "medium" or "light' is not full strength olive oil and usually means other cheaper oils have been added to it. This also probably accounts for why it tastes different.

[@Tracy-wr7mj]

that could be and it could just mean the olive or olives used have that lighter taste ..like a fruity taste vs tomato...the pepper burn also.

[@7sevyn7_]

Someone commented that medium refers to the ripeness of the olives being used.

[@Leftlaneends]

I’m trying really hard to be an olive oil snob. I think the California brands are pretty good. Dark glass bottles, harvest date, not more than one year old. 100% cold pressed extra virgin olive oil. To all my fellow olive oil snobs. Feel free to add any helpful info😊 I think this guy has a long way to go, before joining the club.

[@jeffcarnell4431]

the Other thing that was not mentioned is the Bragg's was First Cold Press.

[@cfalletta7220]

The usda organic stamp is what makes the braggs better in my opinion means that the manufacturing process is inspected by the government

[@lexusdelivery8508]

USDA is not as trusted as it used to be. They protect Big Corp and Big Pharma over the consumer

[@ladytess23]

I buy Bragg's Olive oil. It is really good,

[@thetransplanter3337]

name the pesticides that are used on olives. please!

[@ianiskandar4165]

EU olive is more safe than any area I think because the restricted rules ( check google ) ..olive fruit not really much pesticide for all I know but they may do chemical spray

[@bbbanks6912]

CA Olive Ranch is excellent, but they now have their original organic AND one that is a mix form different country origins, at half the price. So the later I would not trust myself. I've not tried the Braggs.

[@suddfambullies8493]

If the olive oil is harsh on your throat and a little peppery that it means it’s more pure that’s what you’ll get in the California ranch brand

[@Veehawk]

If any EVOO is harsh and more bitter on your palate it means that younger olives were used in the production. The younger the olive the more bitter and harsh the flavor. Due to this most oils blend olives from various regions to market to more sensitive palates.

[@coffeetalk924]

Ya, and I really love that it actually tastes like olives, unlike many of these other so called "olive oils".

[@presence5426]

"Cold pressed" and "first cold pressed" are two different things.

[@lorismith2354]

I never buy first press, alway cold press. They are not the same. Cold press is better. I buy extra virgin olive oil in a dark bottle, alway look at the market date. The expired date.

[@presence5426]

@@lorismith2354 first press is arguably the best because it's the first time oil has been extracted from the olive. For additional extractions, they may use different methods. Cold press just refers to the temperatures reached during the process. For good olive oil, it's no higher than 100-120 degrees or so. But, for other oils, "cold pressed" is baloney. Temps get really high during the extraction process.

[@lorismith2354]

Thank you! i will stick to the coconut oil i make , first press you can taste more of the aroma in the coconut oil, cold press unrefined you get more nutrients then you wiil in first press.

[@coloradomark2159]

“First pressed” - means the olives were crushed and pressed once...makes sense right? Olive pressed more than once are considered lower quality, and do not qualify as extra virgin. “Cold pressed” - means that no added heat is used when pressing the fruit for the oil. First Cold Pressed is always your better choice for EVOO.

[@sim672]

it tastes different because the olives are different

[@jftube3333]

I think you need to do more research as to how to buy real EVOO. You missed out on many steps to look for. And it doesn't have to be Organic.

[@thomaspridmore106]

I’m always told to look for harvest date on bottle but never find one any help please

[@vapeking466]

Yes if it does not have a born on date or at least a yr and season then it's usually not considered premium as you have no idea how old it is. These only have an expiration date. You may not find these in groceries stores.

[@ricknelson4793]

The 100% California Farms Extra Virgin Olive Oil has dates on the back of the bottle. Walmart has it for around $12 may be more in some locations.

[@ricknelson4793]

Update the bottle has (California Olive Ranch 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil) hope this helps.

[@georgematthew7848]

Is there any Polyphenols

[@RRaucina]

Back in the 80's before the wine craze spoiled Napa valley, I would buy olive oil from an old Italian family deli - Napa Valley Olive Oil Manufacturing. Glass gallon jugs for like $10 and pressed there. Of course they have changes, but still seem honest. Have not had any in years, but I see I can order online and will. Have a look.

[@ericphelps1796]

What do you think about GARA GREEK AUTHENTIC GREEK ❤??

[@JohnnyKReviews]

Haven’t tried it. Is it singled sourced? Is it cold pressed at the origin?

[@susanberube445]

Does first cold pressed equal unrefined?

[@vapeking466]

Yep

[@lorismith2354]

Yes unrefined cold press

[@narendraallinonechannal8923]

Hi my name is Narendra and iam indian ...plz suggest me the best organic oil..

[@user-jm6ds5dz3t]

There’s so many look around do your research

[@ricknelson4793]

California Olive Ranch 100 % Extra Virgin Olive Oil Walmart sells it. Hope this helps ❤

[@narendraallinonechannal8923]

Tq u

[@judycrisenbery2982]

Where can I buy Braggs olive oil? I've never seen that in any store

[@JohnnyKReviews]

They may have changed their sourcing these days

[@allenehoffman1695]

Whole foods

[@allenehoffman1695]

Whole foods

[@judycrisenbery2982]

@@allenehoffman1695 thank you

[@judycrisenbery2982]

@@allenehoffman1695 thank you

[@hendrisan5509]

Bragg is pure extra virgin olive oil 100% ? No fake ?

[@JohnnyKReviews]

100% no issues and is the best one

[@billclyde7805]

Lables can and are counterfitted.

[@frankiethefrog1752]

I just bought the Texas Olive Ranch “Coratina” limited reserve. First cold pressed, definitely peppery on the back end when drinking some. Has anyone else tried this brand?

[@clarkgordon2160]

Good

[@ianiskandar4165]

Hi..how about Cobram brand? I read the brand won many awards for olive oil

[@JohnnyKReviews]

I haven't tried it, where did you purchase it.

[@ianiskandar4165]

@@JohnnyKReviews in my local marketplace.. its an australian brand but they actually in california about 2 years ago.. I live in Indonesia, pretty close to Australia.. brand name : Cobram Estate

[@ianiskandar4165]

I forgot to mention the cobram one is not an organic olive oil.. extra virgin olive oil

[@ianiskandar4165]

@@Erik-ct6ug I bought the australian cobram .. they have 2 location..

[@Gulabim-dl8bz]

Wich is Good Kwality Olive Oil

[@JohnnyKReviews]

Which one is better olive oil?

[@robertthompson5501]

I just chose Braggs. Returned Walmart brand. Terrible. Braggs!

[@marcobalt-oro6884]

I watched a video in KZbin and the Californian olive oil came on top. The best of the bests I live in Toronto, Canada, and I have never seen any of those bottles in any store. Which video is telling the truth? I will never know. In these days and age whatever passes throughout our throats is FAKE or Syntethic.

[@JohnnyKReviews]

Yes I agree. It's hard. But there's third party testers not paid and should be good results or info. I'll make a video on this channel about that, so please subscribe with notification bell so you're alerted

[@bmehrkish]

Bragg is truly the best, Patricia herself has to try and verify before she attaches the family name 👍💯 100% pure Greek heaven in a bottle 😂✊💯

[@JohnnyKReviews]

Agree! Would love to interview them on my channel one day since their products are so great

[@debfarmer2300]

@@JohnnyKReviews I agree.you need tell those folks over at America’s Test Kitchen about Braggs.their blowing smoke up folks butt for sure 👍

[@JohnnyKReviews]

@@debfarmer2300 absolutely!

[@lukeshirtliff7861]

really, i just bought it and did the fridge test beside the fake* oil and its not going cloudy looks clear as the fake one

[@davido3746]

Bragg has been owned by an investment group for at least a few years. I’m wary. Searching for only ones not produced with chemicals, but nobody tells you. But again, Bragg is definitely on probation.

[@karabetajamian3869]

first and first look for date, olive oil more than a year probably not very good!

[@trevferns22]

California olive oil is the number 1 brand leading in the whole world.

[@completesalvation1755]

California ranch is overrated and has poor taste.

[@carlbowles1808]

California olive ranch not organic but very good and not fake.

[@JohnnyKReviews]

Depends on which ca olive ranch you get. The one single sourced from claifornia yes. The other from multiple not so much

[@LouisianaBayouLife]

Your all over the place. Make no sense.

[@patrice6287]

You are talking so painfully slow. I have to leave like one minute in.

[@JohnnyKReviews]

Thank you for watching. There's a option on the video settings to speed up if you would like to.

[@Windsong-58]

@@JohnnyKReviews I use speed settings all the time. It's amazing how many don't know to do this.

[@jamessimon7754]

Only buy Greek extra virgin preferably from Crete. NEVER Italian or California origin

[@thebatcave89]

But why?

[@MRT-co1sd]

How about Spanish ones?

[@jamessimon7754]

Only buy Greek. The Spanish fake it too

[@user-qb2th1ck8r]

Bull they mix theirs with crap. California brand 100 %

[@jamessimon7754]

California oil is fraudulent