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ABQ Olive Company Barnea Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil
ABQ Olive Company Barnea Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil
ABQ Olive Company Barnea Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil

ABQ Olive Company Barnea Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2025 release 2 releases on record
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Verification
Listed
Evidence pending
Best Award
Not listed
Award data absent
Phenols
436.6 mg/kg
EU health-claim level
Freshness
0.16%
PV 4.4
Barnea Monovarietal

Early‑harvest olives sourced from high‑altitude orchards in Peru, cultivated under a dry, sunny climate that promotes a high phenolic content.

  • Sensory attributes: Aromatic notes of green‑apple peel, savory herb and unripe banana, with a lingering peppery finish. Scored 4.7 for fruitiness, 3.2 for bitterness and 3.1 for pungency.

This oil reflects the characteristic profile of the Barnea cultivar grown in Peru's arid highlands, offering a balanced combination of fruitiness, herbaceous nuance and peppery pungency suitable for a range of culinary applications.

Sensory: Lab Profile

Flavor & Structure

Sensory Profile

Fruitiness 4.7
Fruitiness refers to the aroma and taste of fresh, ripe or green olives in the oil.
Bitterness 3.2
Bitterness is a positive sensory attribute of an EVOO. It can also signal the presence of phenolic compounds, which have antioxidant properties.
Pungency 3.1
Pungency is the pleasant peppery or spicy sensation experienced at the back of the throat when tasting olive oil.
Polyphenols 7.4
Polyphenols are compounds found in plant-based foods, such as fruits, vegetables, herbs, tea, dark chocolate and EVOO. They act as antioxidants and protect you from cellular damage and decreases your risk of issues like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.
green apple grass herbs clean

Estimated Based on profiles for: Barnea .

Evidence over time

Release History

2 releases
2026 Predicted
Expected: May 2026

Sensory Profile

Fruitiness4.7
Bitterness3.2
Pungency3.1
Varieties
Barnea
Phenols
~473 mg/kg ♥
Polyphenols are compounds found in plant-based foods, such as fruits, vegetables, herbs, tea, dark chocolate and EVOO. They act as antioxidants and protect you from cellular damage and decreases your risk of issues like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.
Meets EU health claim threshold (>250mg/kg).
FFA
~0.18
Free fatty acids measure the breakdown of fats in oil. Lower FFA values indicate quality and freshness.
Peroxide
~5.03
Peroxide value measures the primary oxidation of an oil. A lower peroxide value is better.
2025
Released March 2023
Varieties
Barnea
Phenols
436.6 mg/kg ♥
Polyphenols are compounds found in plant-based foods, such as fruits, vegetables, herbs, tea, dark chocolate and EVOO. They act as antioxidants and protect you from cellular damage and decreases your risk of issues like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.
Meets EU health claim threshold (>250mg/kg).
FFA
0.16%
Free fatty acids measure the breakdown of fats in oil. Lower FFA values indicate quality and freshness.
Peroxide
4.4
Peroxide value measures the primary oxidation of an oil. A lower peroxide value is better.
2023

Sensory Profile

Fruitiness4.7
Bitterness3.2
Pungency3.1
Varieties
Barnea
Phenols
508.7 mg/kg ♥
Polyphenols are compounds found in plant-based foods, such as fruits, vegetables, herbs, tea, dark chocolate and EVOO. They act as antioxidants and protect you from cellular damage and decreases your risk of issues like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.
Meets EU health claim threshold (>250mg/kg).
FFA
0.2%
Free fatty acids measure the breakdown of fats in oil. Lower FFA values indicate quality and freshness.
Peroxide
5.66
Peroxide value measures the primary oxidation of an oil. A lower peroxide value is better.
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