Galantino Basil Extra Virgin Olive Oil is produced by Frantoio Galantino in Puglia, Southern Italy, a family-run olive oil producer that has been making olive oil since 1926 near the city of Bari along the Adriatic coast. The Galantino family is known for cold extraction methods, high-quality olives, and traditional stone milling.
This basil olive oil is made by combining high-quality extra virgin olive oil with natural basil flavor, resulting in a fresh, aromatic oil that captures the classic combination of olive oil and basil commonly used in Italian cooking. The flavor is clean and herbal, with fresh basil aroma balanced by the smooth, fruity character of Apulian olive oil.
The oil is packaged in a tin to protect it from light, which helps preserve freshness, aroma, and flavor longer than clear glass bottles.
Flavor profile:
• Fresh basil aroma
• Herbal and green notes
• Smooth olive oil base
• Light fruitiness
• Clean, aromatic finish
Best uses:
• Caprese salad
• Tomato salads
• Bruschetta
• Pasta
• Pizza
• Mozzarella and burrata
• Roasted vegetables
• Grilled chicken
• Marinades
• Salad dressings
• Drizzling over tomato soup
• Finishing oil
This is primarily a finishing oil, used to add fresh basil flavor to dishes without needing fresh basil. It works especially well with tomatoes, mozzarella, pasta, and Mediterranean dishes.