Is Costco's Kirkland Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cheaper Than EVOO At Other Grocery Stores? - Tasting Table

Is Costco's Kirkland Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cheaper Than EVOO At Other Grocery Stores? - Tasting Table

Briefly

"Beyond prices, the ultimate guide to buying olive oil involves factors like country of origin, how the oil is pressed, and individual tasting notes. We took these into account to find out which store brand EVOOs best balance value with quality. For Kirkland Signature's part, we looked at its Extra Virgin Italian Olive Oil (priced at $27.99 for two liters, or $0.41 per ounce) and 100% Spanish Extra Virgin Olive Oil ($24.99 for three liters; $0.25 per ounce). There are differences between Spanish and Italian olive oil, but both products are made exclusively with olives grown and cold-extracted in their respective countries."

"Cold extraction is the best oil-pressing method, as it never heats olives above 80 degrees Fahrenheit, preserving their freshness and flavor. With that in mind (and to include an organic option), we also considered Kirkland's Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil ($18.99 for 2 liters; $0.28 per ounce). This, too, is cold extracted, but doesn't specify a country of origin. Read on to find out if Kirkland's oils reign supreme for value, or if these Costco items aren't the bargain you think."

"A three-liter jug of Walmart's Great Value Extra Virgin Olive Oil costs $33.82 online, or $0.34 per ounce - that's seven cents less than Kirkland Signature Italian EVOO but nine cents more than Kirkland Spanish. Great Value's oil doesn't specify its country of origin nor a pressing method, which"