"Tasting them on their own (as well as with a piece of bread), and ranking each olive oil as a stand alone ingredient revealed nuances that often get lost in daily use - from color that hints at ripeness, to aroma that fills the glass, to viscosity or mouthfeel, and finally, to the intricate balance of flavors - grass, fruit, bitterness, nuttiness, and peppery spice - that lingers on the palate."
"Italy's olive oils have a reputation for being distinct from Spanish ones, so I was curious to try the Kirkland Signature 100% Italian extra virgin olive oil. Aromatically, it instantly leaned sharply green, promising boldness before the sip. At first taste, the flavor was indeed grassy, herbaceous, and fresh, but it very quickly turned assertive with a strong bitterness. The bitter flavors kept building into rather peppery, spicy notes that lingered at the back of the throat."
Olive oil shows wide variation based on olive variety, growing region, extraction method, refinement, and blending, producing flavors from delicate and floral to bold and peppery. A good olive oil can transform food as both a cooking medium and a finishing touch, adding brightness, depth, and complexity. At least two oils suit everyday cooking versus drizzling or dipping. All five Kirkland Signature olive oils available at a local Costco were sampled and ranked, tasting them on their own and with bread to reveal nuances in color, aroma, viscosity, mouthfeel, and flavor balance—grass, fruit, bitterness, nuttiness, and peppery spice. One oil stood out, while each offered distinct attributes.
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