About the Mission Olive Variety

Mission produces mild, buttery oil with low bitterness and smooth characteristics. This historic California variety, derived from Spanish stock, creates approachable oil with subtle fruitiness, minimal pungency, and notes of ripe fruit and nuts. Excellent drought tolerance and versatile oil production.

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Typical sensory profile based on available data.

butter ripe fruit nuts smooth

Variety Statistics

At a Glance

11 producers

14 oils listed

86% available for purchase

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Based on 15 listings

Quality Metrics

Phenolic Content

171 - 253 mg/kg (avg: 224)

7% of oils with data

Free Fatty Acids

0.1 - 0.28% (avg: 0.19%)

21% of oils with data

Awards Won

2

Total awards across all listed oils.

Market Trends

Availability

12 Available (86%)

2 Sold Out (14%)

Olive Varieties (9)

Mono-varietal Mission Oils

Mission Blends